Alkaras victoriously outplayed Shelton across four sets, securing a quarterfinal spot.
Score Another One for Alcaraz!
Stepping onto the legendary clay courts of the Roland Garros, the much-anticipated fourth-round match between Carlos Alcaraz (world No. 2) and Ben Shelton (world No. 13) unfolded. The Spanish tennis sensation kept his dominance intact, triumphing 3-1 in this thrilling encounter.
Alcaraz notched a decisive 7-6, 6-3, 4-6, 6-4 victory against the resilient American, stretching the game over three hours.
This triumph marks Alcaraz's third win over Shelton in their career, and their awe-inspiring clay court dance is just getting started. This season on the red dirt, Alcaraz has been unstoppable, clinching the Masters titles in Monte Carlo and Rome, and reaching the final in Barcelona. In the quarters, Alcaraz is set to square off against fellow American Tommy Paul.
Here's a quick look at their history:
- Head-to-Head Series: Alcaraz currently leads with a perfect 2-0 score.
- Latest Encounter: The previous bout ended with Alcaraz victorious at the Laver Cup in 2024.
- Clay Court Stint: Their upcoming clash at Roland Garros 2025 will mark their debut on the clay together.[1][2][3]
Undefeated against Shelton, Alcaraz is on a roll, and this matchup promises to deliver an epic display of skill and determination. [While you're here, catch up on Iga Swiatek's triumph over Rybakina and Sabalenka's straight-set win, both advancing to the quarterfinals.] [Bonus Insight: Kasatkina shares her thoughts on the passionate fan support at Roland Garros.]
[1] - Enrichment Data: Stats and details about the players' head-to-head record and their match history.[2] - Base Article: The original piece describing the fourth-round match between Alcaraz and Shelton at Roland Garros.[3] - Enrichment Data: Information on the upcoming match between Alcaraz and Shelton being their first time playing on clay.
Bookmakers have Alcaraz as the favorite in his upcoming quarterfinal match at Roland Garros, as he continues his unbeaten streak against Shelton on clay. With his three-hour victory over Shelton in their last encounter, Alcaraz showed his dominance in sports tennis, especially on clay courts.
