Shelton’s Dominant Victory
Big-serving Ben Shelton secured a spot in the US Open quarterfinals with a commanding 6-4, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 win over Tommy Paul, marking his second quarterfinal appearance in a Grand Slam event this year.
Shelton’s Arthur Ashe Stadium Triumph
After sealing the victory, Ben Shelton flexed his bicep in front of the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd, avenging a previous four-set loss to Paul at this year’s Australian Open quarterfinals. Shelton’s success was fueled by his impressive first-serve performance, winning 75% of those points, along with a remarkable 16 aces, and delivering two serves at an astounding 149 mph.
Youthful Achievement
Ben Shelton, a 20-year-old who clinched the NCAA singles title at Florida in 2022, has become the youngest American male player to reach the final eight at Flushing Meadows since Andy Roddick achieved the same feat in 2002.
The Next Challenge
In the upcoming quarterfinal, Ben Shelton will face the winner of the match between 10th-seeded Frances Tiafoe and Australian wild card Rinky Hijikata. Additionally, American ninth-seeded Taylor Fritz has a chance to advance to the quarterfinals if he can overcome Swiss qualifier Dominic Stricker, who eliminated No. 7 Stefanos Tsitsipas in the second round.
Djokovic in Action
Later in the evening, tennis legend Novak Djokovic, the No. 2 seed and a 23-time Grand Slam champion, will take on 25-year-old qualifier Borna Gojo of Croatia in an eagerly anticipated match.
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