Tenth Major and already a second semi-final for Ben Shelton. The American transcends himself during major events, notably the Grand Slams. Already impressive during his first visit to Melbourne in 2023 (quarter-final), he managed to do better this year. At the end of an intense fight lasting almost four hours, the 20th player in the world overcame Lorenzo Sonego (6-4, 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(4)). But the 22-year-old showman insisted on having a rant at a press conference after his victory.
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“I was a little shocked this week by the way the players were treated by the broadcasters”
“I was a little shocked this week by the way the players were treated by the broadcasters” he confided. “I don’t think the guy who made fun of Novak (Djokovic) is an isolated case. I noticed it with other people, not just me. I noticed it with Learner Tien during “One of his matches when he beat Medvedev, his post-match interview seemed embarrassing and disrespectful to me.”
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“I feel like there’s been a lot of negativity.”
Ben Shelton also pointed out his own feelings. “There were comments made to me in post-game interviews by different guys, like, ‘Hey, Monfils is old enough to be your dad. Maybe he’s your dad.” Or today on the court, “Hey, Ben, how do you feel about whoever your next opponent is, no one will be cheering for you “That may be true, but I don’t think it’s respectful coming from a man I’ve never met in my life. I think broadcasters should help grow our sport and help these athletes who just won matches on the biggest stage to enjoy one of their greatest moments. I feel like there’s been a lot of negativity. I think that’s something that needs to change.”
