Ben Shelton Stuns Carlos Alcaraz in Late-Night US Open Marathon to Reach Semifinals

Ben Shelton defeated Carlos Alcaraz in a grueling five-set thriller at the US Open, clinching match point at 3:33 a.m. to secure his second career semifinal appearance at Flushing Meadows. The late-night finish capped a dramatic quarterfinal clash that stretched deep into the early morning hours.

Shelton Thanks Fans, Family—But Forgets Girlfriend Trinity Rodman

During his on-court interview after the victory, Shelton thanked the crowd for staying up to witness the finish. He gave a special shout-out to his sister and best friend, noting they had to report for work at 6 a.m. and playfully urging their employers to give them the day off.

Noticeably absent from his list of acknowledgments was his girlfriend, soccer star Trinity Rodman, who was sitting in the player’s box. Cameras caught Rodman’s reaction as she realized she had been omitted, delivering a perfect “What about me?” expression that instantly went viral on social media.

Rodman’s Reaction Steals the Post-Match Spotlight

Rodman’s visible surprise quickly became one of the most talked-about moments of the night. The NWSL standout and USWNT forward was in attendance to support Shelton, and her candid response added a lighthearted human element to the intense athletic achievement.

Shelton Advances to Face Next Opponent in Semifinals

With the win, the 21-year-old American moves on to the semifinals, where he will look to continue his deep run at his home Grand Slam. The victory over Alcaraz, a two-time major champion, marks the biggest win of Shelton’s young career and signals his arrival as a legitimate contender on the sport’s biggest stages.