Arthur Gea eliminates Ben Shelton in Shanghai Masters third round
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 7:08 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026
Arthur Gea, ranked 56th in the world, upset US Open finalist Ben Shelton in straight sets during the third round of the Shanghai Masters on October 11. Gea won the match 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/3), marking the biggest victory of his career. The match featured tight tie-breaks, with Gea displaying strong focus and confidence, particularly in clutch moments. Shelton is currently ranked fourth in the world and faced a challenging opponent. Gea will move on to face either Francisco Cerundolo or Jakub Mensik next.
- •Gea wins 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/3) against Shelton.
- •Match took place in the Shanghai Masters third round.
- •Gea's victory is the biggest of his career.
- •Shelton is currently ranked fourth in the world.
- •Gea will play Francisco Cerundolo or Jakub Mensik next.
- 7:08 AMYahoo Sports — US Open finalist Shelton dumped out in Shanghai third round
"World number 56 Arthur Gea stunned Ben Shelton in straight sets on Sunday in the third round of the Shanghai Masters as the US Open finalist became the biggest casualty so far.The 21-year-old Frenchman beat the world number four 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/3) for the biggest win of his career.
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