Ben Shelton, a rising young American tennis player, is making waves in the ATP Tour. In a recent interview with Eurosport, Shelton discussed his tennis career and the players he admires.
Shelton revealed that he doesn’t aspire to be a showman like Nick Kyrgios or Gael Monfils. Instead, he wants to compete at the highest level and focus on his tennis skills rather than flashy tricks. He expressed his admiration for Rafael Nadal, whom he considers his role model in tennis, despite their different ways of expressing themselves on the court.
Shelton also shared his aspirations to face Novak Djokovic this year and stated that he considers Djokovic to be one of the targets on his bucket list.
The 20-year-old American is currently competing in the Indian Wells tournament for the first time. He expressed his excitement and enjoyment of every moment of the experience, stating that he is not just a tennis player but a person, and he is ready to compete against anyone.
Prior to the Australian Open, Shelton had never left the United States to compete. He also admitted that he had never played an official tournament on clay before, but he hopes to learn a lot and improve his game during this season on clay.
Shelton’s determination and focus on improving his skills are admirable traits that bode well for his future in tennis. As he continues to gain experience and face new challenges on the court, fans can expect to see more impressive performances from this rising star in the ATP Tour.