"He can do it on the court, he can do it off the court": Ben Shelton takes style tips from legendary Roger Federer
ATP
Ben Shelton
recognizes Roger Federer as his style inspiration, drawing inspiration from the
Swiss maestro's clothing choices and the elegance with which he dresses on
every occasion. The 21-year-old tennis player responded to an interview with
On, mentioning that his friends are 'jelous' of the attire he wears.
Ranked No.
17 in the world, Shelton emerged as one of the standout performers on the Tour
this year, reaching the quarterfinals at the Australian Open and the semifinals
at the US Open. Additionally, he clinched his maiden title at the ATP 500 Japan
Open, securing a spot in the top-20 for the first time in his career.
Federer's influence on Shelton's
Shelton has
earned the respect of fans and colleagues alike. With success on the court came
interviews, exhibitions, and participation in various promotional tennis
activities. "A lot of the brands worn by other players don't do much
outside of traditional clothing, so my friends on tour are definitely jealous
of the gradient kit I wear. They all want to touch it. There's this great
tradition and a rich history in tennis."
The
American acknowledged that, both on and off the Tour, he looks to Federer for
inspiration in his attire and style: “I draw inspiration for style from
different people, from other athletes and from Instagram. Roger is one of those
guys who can do it all. He can do it on the court, he can do it off the court,
he can do it at the Met Gala, he can do it at Wimbledon," he said.
Shelton reveals his favorite tennis player
The
American recently shared the tennis players he follows and named Federer as his
favorite: "I have been following Rafael Nadal for a long time and I have
tried to steal some secrets from him, but my favorite has always been Roger
Federer,” Shelton said. "I admired Rafa and I think sometimes, when I find myself fighting on the pitch, I take on traits of him on the pitch," he added.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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