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Qualifier Otto Virtanen upset fourth-seeded Ben Shelton in a five-set Wimbledon first-round clash, saving a match point in the decisive tiebreak and becoming the first Finnish man to defeat a top-five seed in a major in the Open Era. Virtanen advances to face Arthur Fery in the second round, while Shelton’s inconsistent 2026 continues ahead of the US Open.
Jannik Sinner advanced to the semi-finals of the Paris Masters by defeating Ben Shelton, bringing him closer to reclaiming the world number one ranking, and will face Alexander Zverev in the next round after Zverev's victory over Daniil Medvedev.
Novak Djokovic, Ben Shelton, and Taylor Fritz are among the key players competing on Day 1 of the US Open, with Djokovic facing Learner Tien, Shelton playing his first match inside Arthur Ashe Stadium, and Fritz taking on Emilio Nava.
Ben Shelton's impressive winning streak ended in Cincinnati with a heavy loss to Alexander Zverev, attributed to exhaustion from a hectic schedule, and he faces challenges in improving his record against top-ranked players ahead of the US Open.
Ben Shelton, aged 22, won the National Bank Open in Toronto, becoming the first American to win the event since 2003, after a hard-fought victory over Karen Khachanov. Shelton's win marks his third major title and propels him to a career-high sixth in the world rankings, showcasing his resilience and clutch performance throughout the tournament.
Ben Shelton celebrated his first ATP Masters 1000 win at the 2025 Canadian Open, overcoming Karen Khachanov in a tense final, and received heartfelt support from his girlfriend Trinity Rodman, who praised his perseverance and dedication.
Ben Shelton and Flavio Cobolli had a heated exchange after their Canadian Open match, which Shelton clarified was resolved in the locker room. Shelton won the match and advanced to his first quarterfinal at the Canadian Open, joining two other Americans in the last eight for the first time since 2004, as he prepares to face Alex de Minaur.
Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has a strong record against Ben Shelton, having beaten him three times, and is now preparing for the Washington Open final, aiming to secure his first ATP title after losing three previous finals. He attributes his success to his ability to read Shelton's serve and his physical endurance.
Ben Shelton advanced to the Washington Open semi-finals after defeating Frances Tiafoe, praising Tiafoe's recent improvements and potential to challenge the field, and preparing to face Alejandro Davidovich Fokina, who has previously beaten Shelton.
Ben Shelton expressed regret over a mistake he made during his quarterfinal match against Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, acknowledging that trying to hit too hard on his serve was a 'stupid' decision. Despite his best Grand Slam results this year, Shelton remains eager to improve and is focused on the upcoming US Open, with hopes of going deeper in major tournaments.
Jannik Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon semifinals after defeating Ben Shelton in straight sets, with Shelton expressing amazement at Sinner's high ball speed and playing style. Despite the loss, Shelton remains optimistic about his future, especially heading into the US Open, and recognizes the need to adapt and improve against top players.
Ben Shelton's improved return game played a crucial role in his Wimbledon success, highlighting the importance of returning skills over powerful serves in modern tennis, especially on grass courts where strategic returns can disrupt even the strongest servers.
Andy Roddick believes Ben Shelton has a puncher's chance to beat Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon, especially if Sinner's elbow injury hampers him, but ultimately predicts Sinner will advance. Shelton, currently on a career-best Wimbledon run, faces a tough challenge but has shown significant improvement and confidence.
Jannik Sinner, despite an elbow injury and a challenging match, is expected to play his Wimbledon quarterfinal against Ben Shelton, with his coach Darren Cahill expressing confidence in his fitness. Sinner's recent record-breaking performance and past head-to-head with Shelton set the stage for an exciting match, as he aims to advance further in the tournament.
Jannik Sinner, the top seed, faces 10th seed Ben Shelton in the Wimbledon quarter-finals amid uncertainties about Sinner's health due to an elbow injury, with predictions favoring Sinner to win in four sets if fit, as both players aim for their semi-final spots.