Charlotte, NC, October 11, 2026 — U.S. Open finalist Ben Shelton’s run in the Shanghai Masters has concluded. The American player was eliminated in the third round of the prestigious tournament.

Shelton, who reached the final of the U.S. Open, faced his opponent in the third round of the Shanghai Masters. The match resulted in his elimination from the competition. Specific details regarding the opponent or the match score were not provided.

The Shanghai Masters is a significant event on the professional tennis calendar. As a Masters tournament, it draws many of the world’s top players, offering substantial ranking points and prize money.

Shelton’s performance at the U.S. Open earlier this year marked a notable achievement in his career, as he advanced to the final match. His participation in the Shanghai Masters represented his continued engagement in the professional tour following that Grand Slam success.

The outcome in Shanghai means Shelton will not advance further in this particular tournament. Further information about his next scheduled event or specific performance statistics in the Shanghai Masters match was not available.


Story summarized from the original created by Associated Press on www.qcnews.com, see more information here.

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