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Gea Stuns World No. 4 Shelton in Shanghai Thriller
11 Oct
Summary
- Arthur Gea secured his biggest career win over World No. 4 Ben Shelton.
- Gea advanced to his first Masters 1000 fourth round in Shanghai.
- This breakthrough season includes a first ATP title and US Open fourth round.
Arthur Gea recorded the biggest win of his career on Sunday at the Rolex Shanghai Masters, upsetting World No. 4 Ben Shelton. Competing in his maiden Masters 1000 main draw, the 21-year-old Frenchman clinched a 7-6(5), 7-6(3) victory.
This remarkable achievement propels Gea into the fourth round in Shanghai, his first at this elite level. It caps a sensational breakthrough season for the young talent, who previously captured his debut ATP Tour title in Los Cabos in July.
Gea also reached his first Grand Slam fourth round at the US Open as a lucky loser. He is now aiming for his first Masters 1000 quarter-final, with his next opponent to be determined.
Shelton, who was playing for the first time since September's Davis Cup, had recently reached his first Grand Slam final at the US Open. He had withdrawn from a prior Tokyo event due to a shoulder issue.
