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Ben Shelton: When and where was he born?
Ben Shelton was born on October 9, 2002 in Atlanta, Georgia. He showed his passion for tennis at an early age and quickly developed into an outstanding talent.
Shelton comes from a tennis family. Father Bryan Shelton made it to number 55 in the ATP world rankings. His mother Lisa Witsken was a gifted youth player. Shelton’s sister Emma is a year younger and also plays tennis.
Ben Shelton: How much does he make?
According to the ATP, Shelton has won over $3,840,250 in prize money in his career to date. This impressive total is a testament to his talent and achievements on the pitch.
The young player is one of the most exciting players on the ATP tour and inspires both fans and experts with his style of play. His charisma and successes not only attract the attention of viewers, but also make him a sought-after partner for sponsors.
Ben Shelton: Who is his father Bryan Shelton?
Ben Shelton’s father, Bryan Shelton, is not only a former professional tennis player, but also the head coach of the tennis team at the University of Florida. With his experience, he shapes the next generation of talent and supports his son Ben on his way to the top in tennis.
Bryan Shelton won his first title on the ATP Challenger Tour in Munich in 1989. In total he won four singles and doubles titles as well as two ATP titles in Newport. He reached his highest world ranking position in 1992 with number 55 in singles and in 1994 with number 52 in doubles. His best result at a Grand Slam tournament was the round of 16 at Wimbledon in 1994.
Ben Shelton: What is his net worth?
Ben Shelton’s net worth is estimated at around $2 million as of 2024. This sum is mainly made up of his income from prize money in tennis and various sponsorship contracts.
As a rising star in the tennis world, Shelton has achieved remarkable success in a short period of time, highlighting not only his athletic ability but also his market appeal.
Ben Shelton: What titles has he won?
Ben Shelton won his first ATP singles title at the Japan Open in October 2023. The 21-year-old was already down one set and 2:5 in the semifinals, but was able to win against American qualifier Marcos Giron 6:7, 7:6, 6:4. In the final he defeated the Russian Aslan Karatsev in two sets. This victory secured him a place among the top 15 players in the world.
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— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) October 22, 2023
On April 7, 2024, Ben Shelton secured his second ATP title by defeating American player Frances Tiafoe in the final of the Houston Open, an ATP 250 tournament.
It was the first ATP final to be played between two African-American men. Shelton played well and won 7-5, 4-6, 6-3. This was also his first title on clay, and he climbed to number 14 in the world rankings.
Ben Shelton: What does his dialed-in cheer mean?
Ben Shelton has a very special “Dialed-In” celebration, which he showed for the first time after his quarterfinal win against Frances Tiafoe at the 2023 US Open. Shelton picks up an imaginary phone and hangs it up again.
After his win against Ben Shelton in the semifinals of the 2023 US Open, Novak Djokovic mimicked Shelton’s “Dialed-In” celebration. This gesture was interpreted by many as provocative, leading to a frosty handshake between the two. Djokovic repeated the celebration later after his victory over Lorenzo Musetti in the 2023 Davis Cup final.
Ben Shelton: How long has he been a tennis player?
Ben Shelton was a passionate American football fan for a long time and played quarterback himself. However, at the age of 12, he made the decision to concentrate fully on his tennis career.
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