Zverev claims US Open title β and doesn't even realise he's won
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German tennis player Alexander Zverev has won the US Open title after defeating Ben Shelton in the final. The victory was clinched in unusual circumstances when Zverev dropped back to return, briefly failing to realise that he had already sealed the match-winning point.
Following the final point, Zverev's initial confusion gave way to the realization that he had secured the championship title. The tournament's conclusion marked a notable moment as the champion celebrated his victory after the brief lapse in awareness on the court.
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Stuff (Wellington/Auckland, New Zealand) (NZ)Provides specific context identifying Ben Shelton as the opponent in the final.