The Marathon Match That Exposed a Flawed System The US Open has always been known for its late night finishes, but Wednesday's 3:33 a. m. showdown between Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz was particularly egregious.
This marathon match exposed the problem with our sport's scheduling priorities. The players' endurance was put to the test as they battled through the wee hours of the morning.
Alcaraz's 18 match winning streak came crashing down in a match that lasted an astonishing 4 hours and 28 minutes.