The stage is all set for an all-American semi-final showdown as two of the best names in the country will be going head-to-head against each other. Ben Shelton, who has been remarkable since his last year heroics at the US Open, will try his best to make his way into the tournament finals. However, just one step short of the finals, his opponent Tommy Paul will do everything in his power to ensure that he stuns the young American sensation and makes his way instead.

That being said, with the home crowd going either way, which player stands a real chance to land their hands on victory? Let’s find out!

Ben Shelton vs Tommy Paul: Preview

Tommy Paul is close to winning his first ever ATP Tour trophy since 2021 at the Dallas Open after beating Dominik Koepfer 7-5, 6-3 in the quarter-finals. In the first set, there were five breaks of serve, and Paul got a crucial break in the 11th game to win the set. He played well, especially on Koepfer’s second serve.

Now, he’ll face Ben Shelton in the semi-final, who won 6-7(2), 6-4, 6-4 against Jordan Thompson. Shelton lost the first set without facing break points but stayed strong mentally, fought off break points in the second set, and won with a forehand winner on his second match point.

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Shelton vs Paul: Head-to-head

When it comes to the head-to-head statistics between the two players, Ben Shelton has been a clear winner among the two. Out of the 3 encounters that they had, Shelton has a 66% win percentage and has managed to win 2 matches.

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In 2023, these two American tennis players had a great rivalry. Paul won against Shelton in four sets during the Australian Open, reaching his first-ever Grand Slam semifinal. Later at the US Open, Shelton got his revenge, beating Paul in four sets and also reaching his first Slam semifinal. A month afterwards in Tokyo, they faced off again, and this time, Shelton won, securing his first-ever ATP title.

Prediction: Ben Shelton to take the win home in 3 sets

With the chance of making their way through the first-ever final for 2024, both the players will be eagerly excited. However, it is Shelton who poses an upper hand out of the two. Shelton on hard courts can be very dangerous with his serves and it is something that he can use to his advantage.

Also considering the form that the two players have been in the past, he is more likely to lay his hands on victory. However, if Paul wants to stand a chance, he will have to bring something out of the box. That being said, who are you rooting for? Do let us know in the comments below!

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