Alexander Zverev and Aryna Sabalenka Favored in US Open Finals

Alexander Zverev enters Sunday's final as a -132 favorite to win his second career Grand Slam title against underdog Ben Shelton.

Alexander Zverev is the -132 betting favorite to defeat Ben Shelton (+109) in Sunday's US Open men's final, according to DraftKings Sportsbook. Zverev, who won his first major at the French Open earlier this year, reached the final after Carlos Alcaraz—who reached odds as short as -165—was eliminated by Shelton in the quarterfinals. Shelton advanced to the championship match following a semifinal victory over Frances Tiafoe on Friday night, positioning himself to potentially become the first American man to win a major since 2003.

In the women's bracket, Aryna Sabalenka is a -138 favorite to beat Elena Rybakina (+113) in their championship match. Sabalenka, the original pre-tournament favorite at +320, reached the final by defeating Jessica Pegula on Thursday. Rybakina moved into the final after a semifinal win over Coco Gauff. Despite opening at +110, Rybakina’s odds lengthened to +113, while Sabalenka moved from an opening price of -150 to -138.

Sportsbooks report significant liabilities on specific outcomes, with Caesars and DraftKings facing losses if Shelton captures the title. Conversely, DraftKings director Johnny Avello stated the book "needs Sabalenka" to win, as a Rybakina victory would result in a loss for the house. Rybakina entered the tournament with long odds between 11-1 and 16-1 due to recent injury concerns. Live wagering has driven record handle for the tournament, highlighted by Frances Tiafoe overcoming a 12-1 live price after trailing by two sets and a break against Alex Michelsen earlier in the event.