Ben Shelton vs Denis Shapovalov Preview & Prediction | 2026 US Open | Third Round

Click here for today’s sports betting tips from our expert analysts!

Ben Shelton meets Denis Shapovalov in the third round of the 2026 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA

Start date/time: 4 September 2026 at 4:00 pm

Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – ESPN

How to watch online: UK – Sky Go / USA – ESPN+

Tickets: Visit this link for the latest Ben Shelton vs Denis Shapovalov ticket information

Ben Shelton vs Denis Shapovalov prediction

Ben Shelton will be targeting a ‘high five’ when he meets Denis Shapovalov for a spot in the US Open round of 16.

The American leads the head-to-head 4-0 and recently came up trumps with a 4-6 6-4 7-6 success in the semi-finals in Dallas.

Showtime Ben loves the New York stage and produced a focused, big-hitting display to down an inspired Hubert Hurkacz in four last time out.

The eighth seed will have big ambitions at this Grand Slam but will also know that a fit and firing Shapo can be a real tricky customer.

The Canadian has been impressive so far and when he hits a purple patch he can be hard to live with. As ever, it’s the lapses that usually cost the world number 48 and if Shelton is locked-in again, he should come through, although there should be a wealth of games in this one.

Ben Shelton vs Denis Shapovalov tip: Over 32.5 games