Ben Shelton continues to shine at Wimbledon, matching a record set by Andy Roddick with his third-round victory over Hungarian player Marton Fucsovics. The 22-year-old American clinched the match with a score of 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-2, marking his success as the youngest American to reach three major fourth-round appearances in a single year since Roddick did so in 2004.
Shelton expressed his enjoyment of the Wimbledon experience, stating, “I had a lot of fun today. It is always special playing here at Wimbledon.” He noted the supportive presence of his family at the tournament, adding that he hopes to play on Centre Court in the future.
This victory ensures Shelton’s advancement to the fourth round for the second consecutive year, where he will face Italian player Lorenzo Sonego. Sonego earned his place after a gripping five-set match against Brandon Nakashima, which lasted over five hours, culminating in a 6-7(5), 7-6(8), 7-6(2), 3-6, 7-6(10-3) victory.
In other matches, Flavio Cobolli celebrated a milestone by defeating rising star Jakub Mensik 6-2, 6-4, 6-2, reaching the fourth round of a major for the first time. Cobolli has had an impressive year, capturing his first two ATP Tour titles and climbing to a career-high No. 20 in the rankings. He will next challenge former Wimbledon finalist Marin Cilic, who advanced past Jaume Munar with a score of 6-3, 3-6, 6-2, 6-4, marking his return to the All England Club after a hiatus since 2021.
This year’s Wimbledon has seen remarkable performances, with several players displaying their skills and determination on the grass courts. The tournament continues to be an exciting showcase of tennis, as athletes like Shelton, Cobolli, and Cilic pursue their dreams in this prestigious competition.