Ben Shelton is seeking a doubles partner for the upcoming Dallas tournament, according to a recent online post. The American player, who gained prominence with a strong showing at the 2023 US Open, is looking to compete in both singles and doubles at the event.
Shelton’s search for a partner comes after a recent singles match in Dallas where he faced Shapovalov. The match was briefly threatened by a disruption from a fan, prompting Shapovalov to consider withdrawing, according to reports. Even as the incident did not ultimately lead to a withdrawal, it highlighted the potential for fan interference to impact professional tennis events.
Shelton’s first ATP match win was previously reported in Atlanta, and his participation in the Dallas tournament signals his continued push to establish himself on the professional circuit. The ATP Tour is currently holding draws for the Buenos Aires tournament, indicating the ongoing schedule of events within the professional tennis calendar.
The Dallas tournament is taking place alongside other events, including a Women’s $25K qualifying tournament, and follows recent coaching changes within collegiate tennis programs, such as the appointment of Herendeen as Head Coach at Texas Tech. These parallel developments underscore the breadth of activity within the sport at various levels.
