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Ben Shelton Becomes Youngest American ATP Semifinalist Since Roddick

8/6/2025

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Ben Shelton, just 22, has made history by becoming the youngest American to reach an ATP Masters 1000 semifinal since Andy Roddick. With a stunning victory over Alex de Minaur, 6-3, 6-4, Shelton's fierce serve and tactical growth have set him on a path to a career-high ranking of No. 6. He now prepares to battle Taylor Fritz in the semifinals on Wednesday night.

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Ben Shelton, just 22, has made history by becoming the youngest American to reach an ATP Masters 1000 semifinal since Andy Roddick. With a stunning victory over Alex de Minaur, 6-3, 6-4, Shelton's fierce serve and tactical growth have set him on a path to a career-high ranking of No. 6. He now prepares to battle Taylor Fritz in the semifinals on Wednesday night.