Ben Shelton vs Stefanos Tsitsipas Preview & Prediction | 2026 US Open | Round of 16

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Ben Shelton meets Stefanos Tsitsipas in the round of 16 at the 2026 US Open at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, New York, USA

Start date/time: 6 September 2026 at 5:10 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+

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Ben Shelton vs Stefanos Tsitsipas prediction

Ben Shelton continued his majestic hardcourt form with an impressive win over Denis Shapovalov.

The American posted a 7-6 6-7 6-3 6-4 victory at the expense of the Canadian to further underline his title credentials in New York.

The eighth seed will now face a revitalised Stefanos Tsitsipas for the second time after the world number 53 maintained his new-found, high standards in the Big Apple with a four-set success over Jiri Lehecka.

The Greek actually leads this match-up 1-0 having won 7-6 7-6 in Cincinnati three years ago, but Shelton is a much tougher proposition nowadays while Stef has been way off the level that once saw him reach Grand Slam finals and three in the world.

That said, Tsitsipas has nothing to lose and if he serves well, he’ll expect to have his chances, particularly in a likely tie-break or two.

However, Shelton will rise to the occasion in front of a home crowd and in the clutch moments, he’s the player with the better habits of late and the know-how to win under pressure. 

Ben Shelton vs Stefanos Tsitsipas tip: Over 35.5 games