Alexander Zverev defeats American Ben Shelton in the US Open final to win his second Grand Slam title of the year, beating Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (7-2), 5-7, 6-2. After the match, Zverev comments on Trinity Rodman, the US soccer star who is publicly associated with Shelton, drawing online reactions from fans.
Both outlets describe Zverev’s post-match exchange as referring to Rodman’s presence at the final and her being with Shelton. Yahoo Sports frames the moment as banter that prompts strong fan reactions, while the New York Post characterizes it as a “veiled shot,” citing Zverev’s remarks that suggest Rodman “had a game” and praising her as a “lucky charm.” The differing descriptions reflect how commentators interpret the tone, but the reported facts remain that Rodman attends or is spotted at the final and that Zverev addresses her in his on-court comments after defeating Shelton.
