Alfie Hewett of Britain claimed his fifth US Open men's wheelchair singles title by defeating Japan's Tokito Oda in a closely contested final. The match concluded with a score of 6-0, 7-6 (7-5), marking a significant victory for Hewett and preventing Oda from securing all four major singles titles—known as a "calendar year Grand Slam"—in 2026. Hewett also added to his achievements by winning the doubles title earlier in the week alongside his longtime partner, Gordon Reid. This victory was particularly meaningful for Hewett, who had previously lost to Oda in the finals of both the French Open and Wimbledon this year. At Wimbledon, Hewett suffered a decisive 6-1, 6-1 defeat, which he later described as a turning point in his career. Reflecting on that loss, he said he felt "quiet, timid, a shell of myself" and took six weeks to mentally prepare for future matches, aiming to be "a little bit more like me" in high-pressure situations. His efforts clearly paid off, as he demonstrated a more confident and composed performance at the US Open. Hewett's first-set display was especially impressive. He described it as "possessed," having saved a crucial break point in the opening game and delivering a dominant performance that included a stunning backhand return winner to clinch the set. In the second set, he faced a tough challenge when he was down a double break and had to save three set points for Oda. Despite the pressure, he fought back to win the tie-break and ultimately the match. Oda, who had won the past six Grand Slam singles titles, acknowledged on court that he was attempting to achieve a calendar year Grand Slam this year. However, he conceded that Hewett had earned the victory, recognizing the British player's skill and determination. The match highlighted the intense rivalry between the two top wheelchair tennis players and underscored Hewett's resilience and growth as an athlete.