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)) to reach the semi-finals of this Australian Open 2025. The showman will be able to test himself Friday against Jannik Sinner, king of the ATP circuit and defending champion.
Video – Ben Shelton in the semis of the 2025 Australian Open
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“Jannik Sinner is the defending champion, we know what he has already done. I’m looking forward to it”
“I’m really happy. It was definitely one of my worst days on duty. I had to fight, it took me a while to get used to the conditions, the wind was swirling. During my half at the ‘US Open 2023, everything had to be perfect, I was at the limit, I was serving incredibly well and everything had to line up to make it happen Here, everything was not perfect. day in service over five matches. I’m a better returner than before.” Next step: Jannik Sinner for a place in the final. “He’s the defending champion, we know what he’s done already. I’m looking forward to it. When you play against the best players in the world, it’s a great opportunity to improve your game and see where you are. This will be the case on Friday.”
“Gaël Monfils is the best showman and will remain so forever”
Outstanding defender on the court, Ben Shelton likes to arrange the crowd and offer exceptional points. An aspect that he does not work on, on the contrary. Against Lorenzo Sonegohe got up by doing a push-up after a fall in front of the photographers, which woke up the public. “Becoming the heir to Gaël Monfils as a showman? No, he’s the GOAT (greatest of all time) and he always will be. I see myself differently now. I’m trying to be more focused on the short, to put blinders on myself so as not to look at what is happening outside.”
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