Daniel Merida vs Ben Shelton Preview & Prediction | 2026 French Open | First Round
Ben Shelton faces Daniel Merida in the first-round of the French Open.
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Venue: Roland Garros Stadium, Paris, France
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Daniel Merida vs Ben Shelton prediction
Daniel Merida’s highlight of the season was in Marrakesh as he marked his ATP main draw debut at the Grand Prix Hassan II with a superb run to the final, where he lost to Mariano Navone. He proved that was no fluke as he qualified for the Madrid Open and progressed to the third-round, while he got through the qualifying stages in Rome. He is ranked 86 in the world.
He faces Ben Shelton. The American’s clay court campaign has fluctuated at different points. It began in brilliant fashion, as he won his first tour-level title on the surface following success at the BMW Open. However, he has picked up just one victory from his next four matches, suffering early exits in Madrid, Rome and Hamburg. Shelton made it through to the round-of-16 at this event last year, losing to eventual champion Carlos Alcaraz.
Shelton is the firm favourite and the hotter conditions may utilise his first serve more effectively, but Merida could certainly trouble him at times.
Daniel Merida vs Ben Shelton tip: Over 37.5 games
