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Denis Shapovalov news
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The gist
Denis Shapovalov beat Luca Van Assche 6-0, 6-4, 7-6 (7) at the US Open. He faces Ben Shelton, who leads their rivalry 4-0.
Background
Denis Shapovalov, a former Wimbledon semifinalist, has struggled with consistency and injuries in recent years. At the 2026 US Open, he advanced to the third round, setting up a match against No. 8 seed Ben Shelton, who has beaten him all four times they've played.
How it unfolded
- Aug 30, 2026Shapovalov defeated Miomir Kecmanovic in the first round in four sets.
- Sep 2, 2026Shapovalov beat Luca Van Assche in straight sets to reach the third round.
- Sep 4, 2026Shapovalov is scheduled to face Ben Shelton in the third round at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Who’s saying what
- Analysts
- Shapovalov's inconsistent form and fitness issues make it hard to see him beating Shelton, who is projected to win 78.1% of the time.