After a lengthy six-year journey, Alexander Zverev has clinched his first US Open title. He triumphed over Ben Shelton in a challenging four-set showdown on Sunday, marking his second Grand Slam title this year. Zverev expressed that the pain from his 2020 final defeat has finally faded. He also acknowledged Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz as formidable competitors when they are in peak condition.