American Ben Shelton Continues Australian Open Dreams

Rising American tennis star Ben Shelton has taken another step closer to Grand Slam glory, booking his place in the semi-finals of the 2025 Australian Open on Wednesday, January 22. Shelton’s impressive journey continued with a hard-fought men’s singles quarter-final victory over Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego, prevailing in a four-set battle with scores of 6-4, 7-5, 4-6, 7-6(4).

Shelton to Face World No. 1 Sinner

The 21st-seeded Shelton will face another Italian hurdle in his semi-final match, going head-to-head with world number one Jannik Sinner. This will be Shelton’s second Grand Slam semi-final appearance, following his run to the final four at the US Open in 2023.

Shelton’s Success Mirrors Keys’ Triumph

Shelton’s victory came shortly after fellow American Madison Keys overcame Elina Svitolina in the women’s singles quarter-finals, showcasing the resurgence of American tennis at the highest level.

Coco Gauff’s Australian Open Ends in Quarter-Finals

While Shelton and Keys continue their pursuit of Australian Open glory, Coco Gauff’s tournament journey came to an end in the quarter-finals, providing a bittersweet backdrop to the American success story in Melbourne.

Australian Open Tennis Tournament Details

The Australian Open tennis tournament is a prestigious Grand Slam event annually played in Melbourne, Australia, from mid-January to the end of January. This year’s tournament, held from January 12 to 26, has featured thrilling matches and captivating storylines. The competition has showcased the world’s top tennis players battling it out for the coveted Australian Open trophy.