Alcaraz’s title defence ended by Shelton in latest US Open finish
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What happened
Carlos Alcaraz's title defence was ended by Ben Shelton in the latest finish to a match in US Open history. The Spaniard was sick into a towel and gasping for breath but fought like a champion in a five-set marathon.
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