Shelton Dominates Wimbledon Opener! Next Gen Star on Fire?
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American tennis star Ben Shelton cruised into the second round of Wimbledon 2025 with a straight-set victory over Australian Alex Bolt. The match, played on No. 2 Court, saw Shelton unleash his powerful serve, clocking an average speed of 118 mph and a blistering 147 mph at its peak. Shelton's dominance on serve, coupled with timely breaks, proved too much for Bolt, resulting in a 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 victory.
Shelton's Serving Prowess on Display
Shelton's serve was a major weapon throughout the match. He fired 15 aces past Bolt and managed to save one of the two break points he faced. His first serve percentage was an impressive 78%, showcasing his comfort and confidence on the grass surface. This performance positions him as a serious contender at this year's tournament.
Next Up: Rinky Hijikata
In the second round, Shelton will face another Australian, World No. 87 Rinky Hijikata. The match is scheduled for Thursday on No. 2 Court, as the final of five matches on that court. Shelton holds a 69% chance of winning, according to an AI assistant on the Wimbledon official page.
Head-to-Head History
- Shelton defeated Hijikata 6-4, 6-0 last year in Mallorca on grass.
- Hijikata won their first encounter in Orlando 6-3, 7-6(8), on an outdoor hard court.
- Shelton won 6-3, 6-4 in Indianapolis on an indoor hard court.
Shelton's Grand Slam Aspirations
After strong performances at the Australian Open (semifinals) and French Open (Round 4), Shelton is proving his ability to perform at the highest level in Grand Slam events. He is now focused on surpassing his previous Wimbledon record and making a deep run in the tournament. He needs to overcome Sinner and Alcaraz.
However, upsets plagued day two of Wimbledon 2025. Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Zheng Qinwen and Alexander Zverev all lost in the first round. Top seed Jannik Sinner and American trio Emma Navarro, Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul progressed.