Ben Shelton Advances to Basel Final

Ben Shelton advanced to the ATP 500 final at the Swiss Indoors Basel after defeating Arthur Fils in the semi-finals, where his formidable lefty serve was crucial in maintaining dominance throughout the match. Previously, Shelton had a significant win in the quarterfinals against top-seeded Andrey Rublev, overcoming a challenging season of quarterfinal defeats against top 10 players. In the final, Shelton will face either Holger Rune or Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. The American's performance, including his ability to save break points and maintain a high percentage of first-serve points, has been a defining feature of his success in Basel. Shelton's recent matches have shown his resilience and capacity to overcome top players, marking a significant comeback in the ATP rankings.