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Thiago Tirante defeats Shelton in Houston. Photo: gettyimages

Tirante rings the bell by defeating Shelton and ensures an Argentine finalist in Houston

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Like a Davis Cup knockout match between Argentina and the United States. That's how the quarterfinals of the ATP 250 Houston 2026 unfolded, where Román Burruchaga (7-5 6-4 against Tien) and Thiago Tirante (6-7 6-3 6-4 against Shelton) delivered big surprises, ensuring an Argentine finalist by facing each other in the semifinals. On the other side of the draw, Tommy Paul (6-4 6-2 over Etcheverry) and Frances Tiafoe (3-6 6-4 7-6 against Popyrin) asserted their favoritism and will battle each other for a spot in the final.

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ATP Houston 2026: Shelton, Etcheverry, and Paul start off strong

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A vibrant day of tennis unfolded at the ATP 250 Houston 2026 tournament, featuring the presence of some top contenders for the title, with Ben Shelton standing out. The American defeated a resilient Zhang 7-6 (5) 7-6 (3) and sets up a quarterfinal clash with Thiago Tirante. Another Argentine, Tomás Martín Etcheverry, also advanced to that stage, triumphing over Bolt 6-7 (5) 6-0 6-3 and will now face Tommy Paul, who managed a win against Vallejo 3-6 6-4 6-4.

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The first major withdrawals arrive for the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000. Source: Getty

The first important dropouts arrive for the Monte Carlo Masters 1000

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We know that the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo is the only tournament of this category that is not mandatory for the top players on the circuit, which is why many tennis players prefer to use this week to rest and start the clay court season a bit later. This season will not be without absences in the Principality, and some of them have already been made official: Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton. It's not surprising considering that the Americans never had a great relationship with clay, so these two top 10 players wasted no time in choosing this option.

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Argentine Tennis Puts Americans in Their Place in Houston. Source: Getty

Argentinian Tennis Puts Americans in Their Place in Houston

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What a way to start this Friday in the ATP 250 Houston. It's true that Americans tend to perform better when playing at home, but when the tournament is on clay, things change. Just recently, we witnessed Román Burruchaga defeating Learner Tien (7-5, 6-4) followed by Thiago Agustín Tirante doing the same to Ben Shelton (6-7, 6-3, 6-4). Two monumental victories to secure their spots in the semifinals. The next match will feature Tomás Martín Etcheverry against Tommy Paul, the storyline speaks for itself.

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ATP Houston 2026 Draw. Shelton and Tiafoe, favorites in the beginning of the clay court tour. Source: Getty

ATP Houston 2026 Draw. Shelton and Tiafoe, favorites at the start of the clay court tour

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The clay court tour kicks off and the first draw we have seen is the ATP Houston 2026, a tournament that, despite being somewhat overshadowed on the calendar, provides a great opportunity to gain confidence and titles. In this edition, Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe lead as the top seeds in a field full of local players. Names like Tommy Paul, Learner Tien, and Tomás Etcheverry will also seek prominence in this first clay court tournament with somewhat peculiar characteristics, featuring a darker and slightly faster clay surface. 

 

 

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Shelton hits a snag against Shevchenko in his debut in Miami

Shelton crashes out against Shevchenko in his Miami debut

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A major surprise occurred early this morning at the Miami Open 2026. Ben Shelton, the eighth seed and one of the top local hopes, was knocked out in his debut match by Alexander Shevchenko with a score of 6-7(3) 7-6(3) 6-3 after 2 hours and 22 minutes of play. A tough blow for the American bomber, who has only managed one win between Indian Wells and Miami, leaving him with many doubts as he heads into the clay court season.

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Shelton, after overcoming the illness: "I used to wake up unable to move." Source: Getty

Shelton, after overcoming the illness: "I would wake up unable to move"

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Ben Shelton arrives at the Miami Open 2026 with better feelings after overcoming a viral process that conditioned him in Indian Wells. "I woke up every morning feeling like I couldn't even stand and with no energy," confessed the American, who had to shorten points and rely on his serve to compete. Now recovered, he hopes to have a great performance in a tournament that historically has not been particularly good for him. "When I started on the circuit, I didn't like fast courts, I felt like I didn't have time to play my game. But over time, I'm feeling more comfortable with the low bounce and speed of the court. I hope to have a good tournament here because I believe the conditions suit my game well," concluded the American.

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Ben Shelton resigns from playing in Monte Carlo. Photo: gettyimages

Here are the 7 players in the top 50 who have withdrawn from competing in the Monte Carlo Masters 1000

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The ATP Masters 1000 Montecarlo 2026 has revealed the list of registered players, and as usual every year, there has been a general exodus of American players. Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul, Jenson Brooksby, Learner Tien, Alex Michelsen, and Brandon Nakashima have chosen to take advantage of the opportunity to skip this tournament without any consequences, thus delaying the start of the European clay court season by one more week. They are joined by the injured Holger Rune. The rest of the main players are registered, aiming to defend the title Carlos Alcaraz won.

Registered in ATP Montecarlo 2026. Photo: atptour.com

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Thiago Tirante defeats Shelton in Houston. Photo: gettyimages

Tirante rings the bell by defeating Shelton and ensures an Argentine finalist in Houston

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Like a Davis Cup knockout match between Argentina and the United States. That's how the quarterfinals of the ATP 250 Houston 2026 unfolded, where Román Burruchaga (7-5 6-4 against Tien) and Thiago Tirante (6-7 6-3 6-4 against Shelton) delivered big surprises, ensuring an Argentine finalist by facing each other in the semifinals. On the other side of the draw, Tommy Paul (6-4 6-2 over Etcheverry) and Frances Tiafoe (3-6 6-4 7-6 against Popyrin) asserted their favoritism and will battle each other for a spot in the final.

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Argentine Tennis Puts Americans in Their Place in Houston. Source: Getty

Argentinian Tennis Puts Americans in Their Place in Houston

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What a way to start this Friday in the ATP 250 Houston. It's true that Americans tend to perform better when playing at home, but when the tournament is on clay, things change. Just recently, we witnessed Román Burruchaga defeating Learner Tien (7-5, 6-4) followed by Thiago Agustín Tirante doing the same to Ben Shelton (6-7, 6-3, 6-4). Two monumental victories to secure their spots in the semifinals. The next match will feature Tomás Martín Etcheverry against Tommy Paul, the storyline speaks for itself.

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Ben Shelton in Houston. Photo: gettyimages

ATP Houston 2026: Shelton, Etcheverry, and Paul start off strong

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A vibrant day of tennis unfolded at the ATP 250 Houston 2026 tournament, featuring the presence of some top contenders for the title, with Ben Shelton standing out. The American defeated a resilient Zhang 7-6 (5) 7-6 (3) and sets up a quarterfinal clash with Thiago Tirante. Another Argentine, Tomás Martín Etcheverry, also advanced to that stage, triumphing over Bolt 6-7 (5) 6-0 6-3 and will now face Tommy Paul, who managed a win against Vallejo 3-6 6-4 6-4.

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ATP Houston 2026 Draw. Shelton and Tiafoe, favorites in the beginning of the clay court tour. Source: Getty

ATP Houston 2026 Draw. Shelton and Tiafoe, favorites at the start of the clay court tour

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The clay court tour kicks off and the first draw we have seen is the ATP Houston 2026, a tournament that, despite being somewhat overshadowed on the calendar, provides a great opportunity to gain confidence and titles. In this edition, Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe lead as the top seeds in a field full of local players. Names like Tommy Paul, Learner Tien, and Tomás Etcheverry will also seek prominence in this first clay court tournament with somewhat peculiar characteristics, featuring a darker and slightly faster clay surface. 

 

 

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The first major withdrawals arrive for the Monte-Carlo Masters 1000. Source: Getty

The first important dropouts arrive for the Monte Carlo Masters 1000

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We know that the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo is the only tournament of this category that is not mandatory for the top players on the circuit, which is why many tennis players prefer to use this week to rest and start the clay court season a bit later. This season will not be without absences in the Principality, and some of them have already been made official: Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton. It's not surprising considering that the Americans never had a great relationship with clay, so these two top 10 players wasted no time in choosing this option.

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Shelton hits a snag against Shevchenko in his debut in Miami

Shelton crashes out against Shevchenko in his Miami debut

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A major surprise occurred early this morning at the Miami Open 2026. Ben Shelton, the eighth seed and one of the top local hopes, was knocked out in his debut match by Alexander Shevchenko with a score of 6-7(3) 7-6(3) 6-3 after 2 hours and 22 minutes of play. A tough blow for the American bomber, who has only managed one win between Indian Wells and Miami, leaving him with many doubts as he heads into the clay court season.

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Shelton, after overcoming the illness: "I used to wake up unable to move." Source: Getty

Shelton, after overcoming the illness: "I would wake up unable to move"

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Ben Shelton arrives at the Miami Open 2026 with better feelings after overcoming a viral process that conditioned him in Indian Wells. "I woke up every morning feeling like I couldn't even stand and with no energy," confessed the American, who had to shorten points and rely on his serve to compete. Now recovered, he hopes to have a great performance in a tournament that historically has not been particularly good for him. "When I started on the circuit, I didn't like fast courts, I felt like I didn't have time to play my game. But over time, I'm feeling more comfortable with the low bounce and speed of the court. I hope to have a good tournament here because I believe the conditions suit my game well," concluded the American.

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Ben Shelton resigns from playing in Monte Carlo. Photo: gettyimages

Here are the 7 players in the top 50 who have withdrawn from competing in the Monte Carlo Masters 1000

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The ATP Masters 1000 Montecarlo 2026 has revealed the list of registered players, and as usual every year, there has been a general exodus of American players. Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul, Jenson Brooksby, Learner Tien, Alex Michelsen, and Brandon Nakashima have chosen to take advantage of the opportunity to skip this tournament without any consequences, thus delaying the start of the European clay court season by one more week. They are joined by the injured Holger Rune. The rest of the main players are registered, aiming to defend the title Carlos Alcaraz won.

Registered in ATP Montecarlo 2026. Photo: atptour.com

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Shelton pays dearly for his physical problems and falls to Tien at Indian Wells

Shelton pays dearly for his physical problems and falls to Tien in Indian Wells

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Learner Tien has caused the big surprise of the day by eliminating Ben Shelton from the Indian Wells Masters 1000, who had been struggling with physical issues since his debut in the tournament. The eighth seed of the ATP ranking put up a fight but ended up succumbing to his compatriot with a score of 7-6(3) 4-6 6-3, after two hours of play. This way, Tien advances to the round of 16, where he will face the winner of the match between Alejandro Davidovich Fokina and Jakub Mensik.

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Shelton confirms how the circuit is experiencing the war with Iran: "We talk about them all the time." Source: Getty

Shelton confirms how the circuit is experiencing the war with Iran: "We talk about it all the time"

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No one is immune to the serious problems that the latest international conflict with Iran as the focus of global attention is generating, not even the tennis circuit. At the 2026 Indian Wells Masters 1000 Media Day, Ben Shelton was asked how he managed to maintain concentration despite everything, to which the American responded as everyone expected.

"It's been tough, on the last tour, I had several friends competing in tournaments in Mexico amidst many conflicts, friends also in the Middle East and people trapped unable to leave. It's brutal to think about all this; we're constantly discussing it, praying for the individuals, affected families, and all those stuck in a tough situation. It's certainly not easy, but it's something we constantly have on our minds."

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