Andy Roddick assesses Ben Shelton's US Open chances after Cincinnati exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:37 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Andy Roddick discussed Ben Shelton's prospects for the US Open following his early loss at the Cincinnati Open. Roddick highlighted Shelton's four titles on different surfaces but raised concerns about his consistency in Grand Slam events. Shelton's performance this year has been mixed, with a second-round exit at Roland Garros and a first-round loss at Wimbledon. He was coming off a strong showing in Montreal but faltered in Cincinnati. Roddick stressed the importance of Shelton performing well in the early rounds of the US Open to advance further.
- •Roddick believes Shelton remains a contender for the US Open.
- •Shelton won four titles across various surfaces this season.
- •He struggled at Grand Slams, losing early in both Roland Garros and Wimbledon.
- •Shelton aims to improve his early-round performance as the US Open approaches.
- •Last year, he retired from a match at the US Open due to a shoulder injury.
- 10:37 AMYahoo Sports — Andy Roddick Gives His Verdict On Ben Shelton’s Chances At US Open After Early Cincinnati Exit
"Andy Roddick weighed in on Ben Shelton’s chances at the US Open after the American suffered an early exit in Cincinnati. Roddick also explained what Shelton really needs to improve in order to be considered a Grand Slam contender.
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