Ben Shelton delivered one of the strongest performances of his career on Tuesday, 5 August 2025, defeating World No. 8 Alex de Minaur in straight sets at the National Bank Open in Toronto. The 22-year-old American sealed a 7–5, 6–3 victory, booking his place in the semi-finals of the ATP Masters 1000 event. The match, held on Centre Court, saw Shelton overpower his Australian opponent with a blend of aggressive baseline play and a booming left-handed serve. The win marks Shelton's second victory over a top 10 player this season and adds to a growing list of achievements in his breakthrough year.
