Ben Shelton exits French Open in second round against Collignon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:39 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Ben Shelton has been eliminated in the second round of the French Open after losing to Raphael Collignon in straight sets, 6-4, 7-5, 6-4. This marks a continuation of Shelton's struggles in major tournaments, where he has recorded a 2-5 record since reaching the quarterfinals in the Australian Open earlier this year. Shelton faced challenges throughout the match, ultimately failing to reach a break point and showing visible frustration as Collignon secured the victory in two hours. Despite this loss and potential ranking changes, Shelton currently maintains his No. 5 world ranking.
- •Ben Shelton lost to Raphael Collignon in straight sets, 6-4, 7-5, 6-4.
- •Shelton's record in Majors this year falls to 2-5.
- •Collignon's victory is the biggest win of his career.
- •Match lasted two hours; Shelton did not reach break point.
- •Shelton maintains his No. 5 world ranking.
- 2:39 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Shelton bounced from French Open in second-round stunner
"Ben Shelton is done in Paris after just two rounds of play at the French Open. The former Gator fell in straight sets on Thursday.
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