Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev will face off this afternoon at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens in the U.S. Open men’s singles final.

Here’s everything fans need to know about how to watch the must-see showdown.

How to watch the U.S. Open final for free

Tennis fans can watch the final showdown at 2 p.m. ET on ABC, with streaming options available through Fubo (free trial), DirecTV Stream (free trial) and ESPN Unlimited. Free trials and first-month discounts are available for new customers through Fubo and DirecTV Stream.

Who is the reigning champion?

Carlos Alcaraz won the U.S. Open last year, defeating Jannik Sinner in the 2025 final.

When was the last time an American won the U.S. Open?

An American player hasn’t won the men’s title since 2003 when Andy Roddick took home the trophy.

2026 U.S. OPEN MEN’S SINGLES FINAL

Ben Shelton vs. Alexander Zverev

When: Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026

Where: Arthur Ashe Stadium, Queens

Time: 2 p.m. ET

Channel: ABC