6 Black American tennis stars who won US Open singles' titles

Ben Shelton's run to the 2026 US Open final has brought attention to the tournament's rich history of Black American excellence. From Arthur Ashe and Althea Gibson to Serena Williams, Venus Williams, Sloane Stephens, and Coco Gauff, six Black American tennis stars have won US Open singles titles, breaking barriers and leaving an enduring impact on American tennis.