During an intense second-set showdown at the Swiss Indoors, American rising star Ben Shelton received a humorous and unexpected marriage proposal from the crowd.
While leading 5-3, a fan humorously shouted, “Will you marry me?” catching the attention of both Shelton and the audience. The No. 6 seed, known for his aggressive and exciting playing style, responded with a lighthearted smile, though he refrained from giving a verbal reply.
Put a ring on it 💍@BenShelton with a marriage proposal in Basel 🤣#SwissIndoorsBasel pic.twitter.com/WSeEgMeRKq
— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) October 22, 2024
The playful moment added a fun twist to the match, highlighting Shelton’s growing popularity and charismatic presence on the ATP Tour.
Shelton in Basel, ranking, and results in 2024
Now ranked no.23, the American has managed to achieve a composed 38-23 win-loss record in 2024. The American is currently playing in Basel where he toppled the world no.36 Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6-3 6-4.
Ben has won 1 title in 2024 in Houston.
He is also scheduled to play in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). The main draw will start on the 28th of October.
Ben Shelton |
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Shelton in Basel, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked no.23, Shelton has a compiled 38-23 match record in 2024. The American is currently playing in Basel where he beat the world no.36 Tomas Martin Etcheverry 6-3 6-4.
Ben conquered 1 title in 2024 in Houston.
He is also scheduled to play in Paris (Rolex Paris Masters). The main draw will start on the 28th of October.
Ben Shelton |
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