Ben Shelton made his first Wimbledon quarterfinals, beating Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego 3-6,,,,, 6-1,,,,, 7-6((1), 7-5 On Monday afternoon, I participated in the fourth round 1 court.
After starting slowly, twenty two– The older American rushed into the second set, digging deep into the tense third set tiebreak and breaking into the end of the fourth to win in three hours and four minutes.
This is Sheldon’s third Grand Slam defeat to Sonego this year at the Australian Open and Roland Garros. Their frequent showdowns now have historical weight: the two are the first pair of the first three Grand Slams from Jimmy Connors and John McEnroe. 1984.
“Many things I am proud of myself – the way I handled this game, won the game in four sets. ” Then.
Sheldon’s serve once again became a core factor. He beat 8 ACE, win 74His first point percentage and got the fastest serve 146 mph. He hit 47 Winner –20 From the forehand side, and use 41 The powerless mistake reflects his aggressive approach.
Although Sonego matches him 8 ACE and 72The percentage scored the first point and Sheldon evacuated at a critical moment. He dominated the third set of tie seven 7-1 And in 6-5 In the fourth ending game.
Sheldon’s return game also shows its development – he’s been actively working on the work.
“I want to be one of the best returnees in the world,” he said. “I’m on the way. Of course I haven’t arrived yet, but I’m much better than when I started the tour. I’m back today at the moment when I need it most. ”
Off the field, Sheldon spent most of his time in London, living in a house with his family and friends.
“It was a pleasant experience to be able to share these victories with them. ” Sheldon said.
“It’s not always about living in the house with your family and doing things together. We spent a lot of time together.
“It’s really cool for me and as deep as I’m at Wimbledon, deeper than ever before, and put all of these people with me. ”
He also reflects his early memories of Wimbledon, watching the game with his father, Bryan Shelton, a former professional player who played in the fourth round of Wimbledon with 1994 Now coaching book.
“Dad, he’s always there television. We returned from the trip. If I ended up going to his house, it was like he watched tennis for four weeks in a row. Master, Grand Slam, a pair 500s. I walked into the living room and sat there, tennis was television. I think, man, go play golf or something (smile).
“Yes, he is a serious student in the game. So these are the first memories, no matter 2019 Novak and Roger finals, many others. I don’t remember who I was playing. In the late stage of the game, just a highly anticipated game, being stuck in television It will definitely take several hours. ”
Already a semi-finalist us Open and Australian Open, Sheldon continued to rise in its biggest stages. Now, he hopes to take a step at Wimbledon.
“I think this is a great opportunity for me to attack and make progress on anyone I play.
