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Ben Shelton Withdraws from Tokyo, Injury Concerns Grow

9/19/2025

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Ben Shelton, ranked No. 6, withdrew from the ATP 500 event in Tokyo due to shoulder issues, following his first career retirement at the U.S. Open.
His injury raises concerns about his fitness ahead of the ATP Finals.
Shelton has had a strong season, winning in Toronto and reaching finals in Munich and the Australian Open.
With his withdrawal, only Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz remain in the Tokyo draw, affecting the tournament's competitiveness.
Shelton's team has not confirmed the injury's extent or his future participation.

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Ben Shelton, ranked No. 6, withdrew from the ATP 500 event in Tokyo due to shoulder issues, following his first career retirement at the U.S. Open.
His injury raises concerns about his fitness ahead of the ATP Finals.
Shelton has had a strong season, winning in Toronto and reaching finals in Munich and the Australian Open.
With his withdrawal, only Carlos Alcaraz and Taylor Fritz remain in the Tokyo draw, affecting the tournament's competitiveness.
Shelton's team has not confirmed the injury's extent or his future participation.