Vienna Highlights Shelton’s Triumphant Comeback Victory
Ben Shelton celebrated a remarkable comeback victory at the Vienna tournament, overcoming Kamil Majchrzak with a score of 6-7(2), 6-3, 7-6(7). This win is vital for Shelton as he aims to maintain his position in the ATP Finals, where he currently ranks sixth.
Match Highlights and Key Moments
The match was intensely competitive, with both players having chances to take control. Shelton had to fight through adversity, especially after experiencing a shoulder injury earlier in the season. Following his retirement in New York and a first-round exit in Shanghai, this triumph serves as a significant boost to his confidence.
- Match Duration: 2 hours and 43 minutes
- Age of Ben Shelton: 23 years old
- Match Points Saved: 2 match points in the third set tie-break
Commenting on the match, Shelton noted, “It was such tight margins. He had the match on his racket and then I had it on mine.” His performance in the final stages demonstrated his resilience, particularly when he saved two match points while trailing 4-6 in the tie-break.
Upcoming Matches
Next, Shelton will face Jaume Munar, who secured his spot after defeating Swiss qualifier Remy Bertola 6-2, 6-4. Shelton’s recent victory is crucial as he seeks to regain his rhythm after the injury layoff.
Noteworthy Performances
In other tournament highlights, 19-year-old Joao Fonseca made headlines by defeating defending champion Giovanni Mpteshi Perricard 7-6(6), 6-3. This win establishes Fonseca as the youngest match winner at the event since Denis Shapovalov in 2017.
Fonseca’s achievement caps off an impressive debut season on the Tour, where he not only earned his first professional title in Buenos Aires but also broke into the top 50 rankings.
Other Match Results
- Marin Cilic def. David Goffin: 7-6(9), 7-5
- Reilly Opelka def. Sebastian Baez: 6-3, 6-4
- Valentin Royer def. Raphael Collignon: 6-4, 7-6(5)
With these performances, the Vienna tournament is shaping up to be filled with exciting matches and competitive spirit as players vie for pivotal victories on the ATP Tour.
