Milan, 15 Nov. (LaPresse) – Ben Shelton made a winning debut at the 2026 ATP Finals in Turin, beating France’s Arthur Fils in one hour and 57 minutes with a score of 6-2, 3-6, 6-3. The American dominated the first set thanks to an effective serve and his opponent’s numerous errors, wrapping it up in 39 minutes. In the second set, Fils fought back, found greater consistency and secured the decisive break at 4-3, levelling the match. In the third set, Shelton regained the upper hand with his serve and the Frenchman, worn out by the effort of his comeback, eventually succumbed 6-3.
ATP Finals: Shelton beats Fils in his opening match
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Milan, 15 Nov. (LaPresse) – Ben Shelton made a winning debut at the 2026 ATP Finals in Turin, beating France’s Arthur Fils in one hour and 57 minutes with a score of 6-2, 3-6, 6-3. The American dominated the first set thanks to an effective serve and his opponent’s numerous errors, wrapping it up in 39 minutes. In the second set, Fils fought back, found greater consistency and secured the decisive break at 4-3, levelling the match. In the third set, Shelton regained the upper hand with his serve and the Frenchman, worn out by the effort of his comeback, eventually succumbed 6-3.
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