The prolonged absence of a male Grand Slam singles champion from the United States has extended into its twenty-third year. Following Ben Shelton's recent elimination at the U.S. Open, the American men's tennis scene remains without a major title since the early 2000s. This statistical disparity stands in stark contrast to the success achieved by American women, including Venus and Serena Williams, Sloane Stephens, Coco Gauff, and Madison Keys, who have consistently secured major trophies during the same timeframe. While the women's tour has seen frequent representation and victories in championship finals, the men have struggled to reach the final stages of these prestigious tournaments, leaving the long-standing title drought intact.
Source : The Japan Times
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