Ben Shelton Stuns Stefanos Tsitsipas in Dominant US Open Round of 16 Win

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American sensation **Ben Shelton** delivered a commanding performance at the **2026 US Open**, defeating **Stefanos Tsitsipas** in straight sets (6-2, 6-3, 6-4) to advance to the quarterfinals. Shelton’s victory marked a historic milestone as no male player with a one-handed backhand reached a Grand Slam semifinal this season. Next up for Shelton is a potential showdown with **Carlos Alcaraz**, who awaits his own quarterfinal matchup.

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The **2026 US Open** witnessed another thrilling round as **Ben Shelton** continued his meteoric rise through the men’s singles draw. The **20-year-old American** outclassed **Stefanos Tsitsipas**, the 2024 French Open runner-up, in a dominant 6-2, 6-3, 6-4 victory. Shelton’s performance was nothing short of spectacular, with his aggressive baseline game and precise shot-making leaving Tsitsipas struggling to find rhythm. The match also highlighted a notable statistical achievement: Shelton became the first player in a season without a one-handed backhand to reach a Grand Slam semifinal, underscoring his versatility and adaptability on hard courts.

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