Ben Shelton: Rising Tennis Star Aims for U.S. Open Glory
Ben Shelton, now ranked sixth in the world, returns to Flushing Meadows with high expectations. After winning his first 1000-level trophy in Toronto, he aims to improve his consistency and make a mark at the U.S. Open. Previously, he made history as the youngest American semi-finalist since 1992.
Ben Shelton, the emerging tennis sensation, returns to the iconic Flushing Meadows with a renewed sense of purpose. This comes after securing his biggest title yet and clinching a career-high ranking just two years following his remarkable U.S. Open semi-final run.
In a hard-fought battle, Shelton overcame Russian player Karen Khachanov with scores of 6-7(5) 6-4 7-6(3) to claim his first 1000-level trophy in Toronto. Expressing his ambitions, Shelton hopes this victory will spur a new phase of consistency in his game. "It's certainly going to push me to work harder," he asserted.
The 22-year-old delivered a strong quarter-final performance in Cincinnati and enters New York ranked sixth globally. Known for his extraordinary athleticism and powerful serves, Shelton aims to recreate the magic of his 2021 Flushing Meadows performance. "The more opportunities you have, the better you get," the poised athlete stated ahead of the U.S. Open.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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