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Ben Shelton Advances to BMW Open Semifinals in Munich

4/18/2026

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Ben Shelton, ranked No. 6, reached the BMW Open semifinals in Munich, Germany by defeating João Fonseca 6-3, 3-6, 6-3.
As No. 2 seed, Shelton posted seven aces and won 84% of his first-serve points.
Shelton praised Fonseca and said he is excited about his next match against Denis Shapovalov or Alex Molcan.
He has a strong record at the venue, winning seven of his last eight matches.

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Ben Shelton, ranked No. 6, reached the BMW Open semifinals in Munich, Germany by defeating João Fonseca 6-3, 3-6, 6-3.
As No. 2 seed, Shelton posted seven aces and won 84% of his first-serve points.
Shelton praised Fonseca and said he is excited about his next match against Denis Shapovalov or Alex Molcan.
He has a strong record at the venue, winning seven of his last eight matches.