Shelton routs Mensik to reach Canadian Open semis
Ben Shelton produced one of the standout performances of his career on Tuesday, overpowering Jakub Mensik 6-3 6-1 to reach the Canadian Open semi-finals as the American builds momentum ahead of the US Open. The hard-serving 23-year-old, a formidable presence on hard courts, dominated from start to finish as every facet of his aggressive game clicked, with Shelton committing just three unforced…
American tennis player Ben Shelton showcased an exceptional performance on Tuesday, defeating Czech player Jakub Mensik 6-3, 6-1 to advance to the Canadian Open semi-finals. The 23-year-old, known for his powerful serving on hard courts, dominated throughout the match, committing only three unforced errors. After an error-free opening set, Shelton broke Mensik's serve in the second set with a powerful backhand, and clinched the victory when Mensik hit a backhand long on match point after 72 minutes in Montreal.
Shelton expressed his satisfaction with the performance, stating to Tennis Channel, "It was a great performance, super happy with that one." He emphasized that this win is building his confidence, as he continues to improve on hard courts and feels more in control of his shots. The defending champion will next face fellow American Learner Tien, who defeated Spain's Daniel Merida 6-3, 6-2 to reach his first Masters 1000 semi-final.
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