Ben Shelton Achieves Feat That Hadn't Been Done in Over Two Decades on Monday

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Rosenblum | Last updated Jul 7, 2025 6:02 PM ET

On a thrilling Monday at the 2025 Wimbledon Men's Singles tournament, 22-year-old American tennis phenom Ben Shelton etched his name into the record books, becoming the youngest American to reach the quarterfinals at Wimbledon since Andy Roddick did so at the age of 21 in 2004, as highlighted by ESPN.

Shelton showcased his raw talent and tenacity as he overcame Italy's Lorenzo Sonego with a hard-fought 3-6, 6-1, 7-6(1), 7-5 victory on the hallowed grass courts.

Shelton's journey to achieving this milestone was anything but easy. After dropping the first set, the young star had to rely on powerful serving and tactical brilliance to secure his spot in the final eight.

His emphatic roars after the match concluded underscored a passion that has deeply captivated fans at the illustrious tournament thus far.

This marks his fourth Grand Slam Final and his first at Wimbledon, surpassing even his father Byran's best run at the tournament in 1994.

The victory sets the stage for a potential all-American semifinal clash with Taylor Fritz, the last remaining American left in the tournament besides Shelton.

Shelton's rocket serves and unwavering resilience have drawn comparisons to Roddick, the last American man to win a Grand Slam at the 2003 US Open.

With family and girlfriend Trinity Rodman cheering from the stands, Shelton's rise reflects a resurgence in American Tennis.

As the tournament progresses, all eyes are on Shelton to see if he can channel his historic achievement into a deeper run, potentially ending the long drought for an American men's champion at Wimbledon.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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