The Best Athlete ‘SNL’ Moments This Century As Jalen Brunson Prepares to Take Stage The Knicks guard will join a storied lineage of sports figures taking hosting duties. Sports Illustrated · Sep 25
The drought abides: US men still without a major since 2003 despite Shelton’s heroics Alexander Zverev was simply too good for the home hope at the US Open on Sunday. Andy Roddick’s record may stand for some time to come The Guardian - US · Sep 14
Germany's Alexander Zverev beats Ben Shelton to win US Open title Zverev dashed Shelton's hopes of becoming the first Black player to win the men's championship since Arthur Ashe in 1968 and the first American man to win the title since Andy Roddick in Flushing Meadows in 2003. Euronews · Sep 14
US Open final LIVE: Zverev repels Shelton fight to become a two-time grand slam champion Zverev outlasted a late comeback from Shelton to win his second grand slam title of the year and his career, 6-3, 7-6 (7-2), 5-7, 6-2 The Independent UK · Sep 13
A shot at history: Shelton bids to end America’s 22-year wait; Zverev stands in his way In a momentous showdown at US Open, Ben Shelton seeks to claim the title of the first American male champion since Andy Roddick, going against formidable top seed Alexander Zverev. Shelton's historic appearance in the final marks the first time a black man has reached this stage since Arthur Ashe.… The Economic Times · Sep 12
Alexander Zverev, NYC’s Next Big Villain, Has a Controversial Serving Move. Should It Be Allowed? The German has received his fair share of criticism entering the U.S. Open final against American Ben Shelton. Sports Illustrated · Sep 12
Shelton tips Tiafoe at US Open to move one win from ending 23-year drought The 23-year-old beat Frances Tiafoe in four sets to reach his first major final and move within one victory of ending a 23-year American drought The Guardian - US · Sep 12
Ben Shelton carries American dream to US Open final as Alexander Zverev awaits Eighth seed Shelton will bid to become the first man from the US to lift the trophy since Andy Roddick in 2003 The Independent UK · Sep 12
Ben Shelton beats Frances Tiafoe, will play Alexander Zverev for the US Open men's singles title Shelton pulled out a 4-6, 6-3, 6-3, 7-5 victory on Friday and will play No. 1 seed Alexander Zverev on Sunday for the U.S. Open title. The Economic Times · Sep 12
Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz reach the US Open quarterfinals Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz reached the U.S. Open quarterfinals. Sabalenka overcame early struggles to defeat Taylor Townsend in her match. Alcaraz also advanced comfortably in straight sets, continuing his strong return. Several American players are also making significant runs in the tournament. This marks a notable presence… The Economic Times · Sep 7
Roger Federer celebrated upon his return to the US Open for an exhibition against Andy Roddick Roger Federer bid farewell to the tennis world with his last exhibition match held in New York, where he faced off against his dear friend Andy Roddick. The occasion was a trip down memory lane as Federer shared anecdotes from his U.S. Open victories. The event culminated in a thrilling… The Economic Times · Aug 26
Carlos Alcaraz Return Date? Kalshi Market Suggests US Open is Out Kalshi hints that Carlos Alcaraz will miss the US Open on his return market. Sports Illustrated · Aug 17
Andy Roddick ‘crushes it’ with acting debut in Apple TV’s pickleball comedy The Dink Co-star Jake Johnson admits tennis star’s casting was a ‘gamble’ but says it’s one that paid off The Independent UK · Jul 27
The Dink review – Jake Johnson’s pickleball comedy serves up engagingly silly laughs Johnson is delusional ex-tennis player The Hammer, who has to switch to the sport he loathes after injury The Guardian - UK · Jul 21
The Independent UK · May 28 Andy Roddick on Serena Williams’ rumoured comeback: ‘Lightning in a bottle’ The all-time great, 44, is rumoured to be returning to tennis at Queen’s this month, four years after retiring
Sports Illustrated · Feb 23 Andy Roddick Lands Big New Tennis Gig With ESPN A 2020 tweet continues to work out for the American Hall of Famer.
International Business Times UK · Dec 18, 2025 Carlos Alcaraz Splits With Ferrero at Odd Time, Fans Ask Why Carlos Alcaraz's split with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero appears driven by contract talks, family influence and growing differences over career direction.
Sports Illustrated · Nov 26, 2025 Tennis Mailbag: Is the Davis Cup Still Relevant? Italy claimed the title despite its top player missing the competition, while questions rose about the tournament’s future.
The Guardian - US · Nov 9, 2025 America’s men’s grand slam drought is not Taylor Fritz’s burden to carry Back at the ATP finals one year after reaching the last hurdle, Fritz remains a top-five talent. It’s a reminder that a certain major-title drought is not his burden to bear
Sports Illustrated · Aug 24, 2025 The 10 Most Memorable Moments From the U.S. Open in the Last 25 Years It’ll be exciting to see which moments make history in this year’s U.S. Open.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 23, 2025 Ranking the Five U.S. Open Men's Singles Finals We Most Want to See With Draw Set Here are the five potential U.S. Open men's singles finals we'd like to see after the draw was set with Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz at the top.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 22, 2025 U.S. Open 2025: How to Watch, Betting Odds and Favorites to Win Here’s everything you need to know about the final major of the year.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 22, 2025 Each American Player to Watch at the U.S. Open in Both Men's and Women's Draws Here are the top American players to watch in both the men's and women's singles draws at the U.S. Open.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 20, 2025 Taylor Fritz Ready to End American Men’s U.S. Open Title Drought Fritz is focused on taking the next step after losing in the final to No. 1 Jannik Sinner last year.
Sports Illustrated · Aug 13, 2025 Lindsay Davenport Is Hopeful an American Can Win the U.S. Open on Both Sides of Draw An American man hasn't won a major title since Andy Roddick in 2003—will the curse end this year in Flushing Meadows?