Ben Shelton vs Sebastian Baez Preview & Prediction | 2026 Auckland Open (ASB Classic) | Quarter-Final
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Ben Shelton continues his Auckland Open campaign against Sebastian Baez in the quarter-finals.
Ranking points: ATP 250
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Venue: ASB Tennis Center, Auckland, New Zealand
Surface: Outdoor hard
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / USA – Tennis Channel
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Ben Shelton vs Sebastian Baez prediction
Ben Shelton was not at his best but got his 2026 season off to a winning start with a straight sets victory over Francisco Comesana. The American struggled in the first set, saving five break points to hold serve, though still managed to get ahead. He cut out the errors in the second and eventually sealed a 7-5 6-4 victory.
He faces Sebastian Baez in the next round. Baez continued his unbeaten start to the season as he defeated Jenson Brooksby. He was broken when serving for the first set at 5-4 but still found a way to move in front, winning the last seven service games to win 7-5 6-0 after one hour and 27 minutes.
They have played once before, and it was at this very event three years ago, with Shelton beating Baez in straight sets as a wildcard. Baez is enjoying a resurgence at the start of the season and could take a set if he can stay consistent and prolong points early. Shelton will need to improve upon his previous match but his firepower and serve give him the edge.
Ben Shelton vs Sebastian Baez tip: Ben Shelton to win 2-0 or 2-1
