Ben Shelton is one of the most interesting prospects in American tennis. Ben has his early career playing at the college level and it’s time for him to become a pro like his girlfriend, Anna Hall.
This was Shelton’s statement.
“After sitting down with my parents this weekend. I have decided to forgo my last two years of eligibility and turn pro. While this wasn’t an easy decision, I’m excited for the next chapter in my career. I want to thank the university of Florida for two incredible years.
It has been a once in a lifetime experience to become part of the Florida family and to compete for national championships. These are memories I’ll cherish forever. I have made brothers for life. I’m grateful for my teammates.
Coaches, and support staff at UF who have been there for me my whole collegiate career and helped shape me into the person I am today. I would also like to thank my family, who have always taught me to believe in god, and myself, while pushing me to stay balanced in everything I do.
God is good. With that. I am going to continue my finance degree online while traveling on tour. I can’t wait to get out there, expand my horizons, and see what this next chapter has in store. Gator nation, I will be repping all over the world!
I’m pumped to see everyone at the US Open.”
Shelton’s girlfriend also a pro
Interestingly enough, Shelton announced his move soon after his girlfriend Anna Hall made a similar announcement. Anna is an NCAA Heptathlon Champion and World Championships Bronze Medalist. And this was her statement.
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Ben Shelton in 2022
At the moment ranked no.171 (career-high), the American played his last match on the 18th of August when he was defeated by world no.9 Cameron Norrie 6-0 6-2 in the 3rd round in Cincinnati (draw).
At present, during this year Ben has an overall 19-7 win-loss record. Ben Shelton’s best accomplishment of the current season was reaching the final in the Rome Challenger and the Chicago Challenger.
Shelton is scheduled to play next in U.S. Open (U.S. Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw on the 29th of August thanks to a wild card.
