Ben Shelton, the 23-year-traditional American tennis player currently ranked No. 9 in the world, defeated Adrian Mannarino 1-2 in Dallas, Texas, according to results reported on February 2, 2026.
Shelton reached a career-high ranking of No. 5 on November 10, 2025, and is currently the top-ranked American singles player. He has secured three singles titles on the ATP Tour, including a significant victory at the 2025 Canadian Open, a Masters 1000 level event. His Grand Slam performances include semifinal appearances at the 2023 US Open and the 2025 Australian Open.
The son of former professional tennis player and Florida Gators men’s tennis coach Bryan Shelton, Ben is coached by his father. His mother, Lisa Witsken Shelton, was also a highly ranked junior player, and his uncle, Todd Witsken, had a professional tennis career. His sister, Emma, played college tennis at the University of Florida.
Shelton’s powerful left-handed serve and energetic on-court demeanor have quickly made him a recognizable figure in the sport. He turned professional in 2022. As of February 2, 2026, his prize money totals $11,197,426.
While Shelton has excelled in singles, his doubles ranking is currently No. 114, with a career-high of No. 68 achieved on May 20, 2024. He has reached the semifinals of a Grand Slam mixed doubles event at the 2023 US Open.
In March 2025, Shelton began a relationship with Trinity Rodman, a U.S. Soccer player, who has been seen supporting him at several tournaments, including Wimbledon and the US Open.
Shelton cites Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Gael Monfils as his tennis idols, admiring Federer and Monfils for their entertaining styles and Nadal for his resilience. He began playing tennis at age 10, later than many professional players, but took the sport seriously by age 12.
Bryan Shelton stepped down as the Florida Gators men’s tennis coach in June 2023 to dedicate himself fully to traveling with and coaching his son on the ATP Tour.
