He prevailed on Sunday.

Ben Shelton fell in the final.

Zverev earned his first Grand Slam title by beating Shelton in four sets at the US Open.

He offered the win to his mother.

Both parents were former tennis professionals.

Reports pointed to his mother's surprising tennis history.

Coverage examined his complex coaching relationship with his father, a former pro who has guided his development.

His mother's background drew attention after the final.

His mother played tennis professionally.

His father shaped his development.