"I had a dream last night that Shelton won a Slam": Nick Kyrgios predicts potential 2024 success for Ben Shelton, draws parallels between their game styles
ATPThursday, 07 December 2023 at 23:30
Nick
Kyrgios predicted on social media that Ben Shelton could win his first Grand
Slam in 2024. The Australian tennis player has previously expressed his
admiration for the young star, who went from being relatively unknown on the
ATP Tour to currently holding the world No. 17 ranking.
At 21 years
old, Shelton dazzled at the 2023 Australian Open by reaching the quarterfinals
(losing to Tommy Paul) in only his second tournament outside of his home
country. The American emerged as one of the players to watch, showcasing his
skills again at the US Open, where he reached the semifinals but fell to the
eventual champion Novak Djokovic.
Kyrgios' dream
The former
Australian Open doubles champion spent most of the 2023 season away from the
Tour. Although his return was anticipated in the latter part of the year,
Kyrgios still does not have a confirmed date for his comeback. The 28-year-old
athlete did not appear in the entry list for the first Grand Slam, despite
having a Protected Ranking. It remains uncertain if he will extend his time
off, but there is still the possibility of receiving a wild card from the
organizers.
Kyrgios,
who recently worked as a commentator during the television broadcasts of the
2023 ATP Finals, mentioned on his social media that he sees potential for Ben
Shelton to secure his first Grand Slam, perhaps even this year.
"I had
a dream last night that Shelton won a slam…. Is 2024 the year? Come to think of
it, game is huge, serve is a rocket…. Reminds me of….," Nick Kyrgios
posted on X (formerly Twitter).
Shelton
will kick off the year at the ATP 250 Brisbane International Open, where he
will be the third seed in an exciting main draw to start the season. The field
includes four top-20 players and the much-anticipated return of 22-times Grand
Slam champion Rafael Nadal.
The top players in the tournament will be Holger Rune (No. 8), Grigor Dimitrov (14th),
Shelton (17th), and Ugo Humbert (24th). Additionally, notable participants
include Sebastian Korda (24th), Andy Murray (42nd), and the recent Davis Cup
champion Matteo Arnaldi (44th).
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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