Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton Preview & Prediction | 2026 Italian Open | Second Round
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Nikoloz Basilashvili takes on Ben Shelton in the second-round of the Italian Open.
Ranking points: ATP 1000
Start date/time:
Venue: Foro Italico, Rome, Italy
Surface: Outdoor clay
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Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton prediction
Nikoloz Basilashvili made it three straight wins including qualifying as he overcame Daniel Merida Aguilar in three sets. The Georgian was uncompetitive in the second set but recovered to win 6-4 2-6 6-3. That was his first win on the ATP Tour this season.
He now goes up against Ben Shelton. The American was an early casualty at the Madrid Open, as he lost his opening match to Dino Prizmic in three sets. Nevertheless, it’s still been an encouraging clay court campaign for the 23-year-old, as he won his first title on the surface at the BMW Open last month, defeating Flavio Cobolli in the final. That was his second event win of the season, following success in Dallas a few months ago.
Shelton has a point to prove after his defeat in Madrid last time out, and he’ll be a heavy favourite to get back on track with a win here.
Nikoloz Basilashvili vs Ben Shelton tip: Ben Shelton to win 2-0
