Ben Shelton: America's Hope to End 20-Year Grand Slam Drought

Despite a challenging draw at the Australian Open, the rising star is poised to make history with his powerful serve and rapid ascent in the world rankings.

• American tennis player Ben Shelton is being touted as the potential end to America's 20-year Grand Slam drought, with Coco Gauff’s coach, Brad Gilbert, predicting he could win a slam.
• Shelton had a breakthrough season in 2023, finishing as one of the top players on the ATP Tour and reaching the semifinals of the US Open.
• Despite a challenging draw at the Australian Open, where he may face Novak Djokovic as early as the fourth round, Shelton is hopeful of making history.
• Shelton, who turned professional just over a year ago, has quickly risen to prominence and is currently ranked 16th in the world.
• Shelton's powerful serve, which reached 149 mph at last year's US Open, is considered his most dangerous weapon on the court.

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