Ben Shelton Reaches Third Round of Shanghai Masters
Birthday boy and U.S. Open finalist Ben Shelton advanced to the third round of the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament on Friday, defeating Daniel Altmaier.
Elmira, NY, October 9, 2026 — Ben Shelton, a recent U.S. Open finalist, has advanced to the third round of the Shanghai Masters tennis tournament. The American player secured his spot in the next stage of the competition on Friday by defeating Daniel Altmaier. The match took place during the ongoing tournament in Shanghai. Shelton, who recently celebrated his birthday, was a notable performer at the U.S. Open, reaching a significant stage in the men’s singles draw. His victory over Altmaier marks his progression in the Shanghai Masters, a key event on the ATP Tour. Specific details regarding the score of the match or the court on which it was played were not provided in the summary. Further information about Shelton’s journey in the tournament will be reported as it becomes available.
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