Shelton Advances to NBO Semifinals, Jodar Continues Hot Run in Montreal
Shelton has not dropped a set in the tournament and reached his 16th career ATP Tour-level semifinal after breaking Mensik four times.
- On Tuesday, 5th-seeded American Ben Shelton defeated Czechia's Jakub Mensik 6-3, 6-1 at Montreal's IGA Stadium to reach the semifinals without losing a set during the 2026 tournament.
- The American extended his winning streak to 10 consecutive victories in Canada, reaching his 16th career ATP Tour-level semifinal and crediting his consistency to playing well "from point one."
- In a 72-minute contest, Shelton dominated with 18 winners and only three unforced errors, while Mensik finished with 16 unforced errors and three double faults.
- Three American men reached the final four in Canada for the first time since 1992, with Brandon Nakashima and Rafael Jodar also advancing to the semifinals.
- Wednesday night's schedule features both semifinal singles matches, with the championship match set for Thursday at the IGA Stadium.
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Defending champion Ben Shelton rolls into Montreal semis
Ben Shelton took another step toward defending his ATP Montreal Masters title on Tuesday with a 6-3, 6-1 quarterfinal hammering of Jakub Mensik for his 10th straight victory in Canada. World number 10 Shelton, the last top-10 player in the field, was never challenged by the Czech in advancing to a Wednesday semifinal against fellow American Learner Tien, who ousted Spain’s Daniel Merida 6-3, 6-2 in 72 minutes. “It was a great performance for me,…
Ben Shelton continues his excellent career at Canada's Masters 1000. The U.S. easily won against Jakub Mensik (6-3,6-1) and picked up his ticket for the last square where he will find Learner Tien.
Montreal Masters 2026 — Defending champion Shelton strolls past Mensik; Jodar holds off Fils
World number 10 Shelton, the last top-10 player in the field, was never challenged by the Czech in advancing to a Wednesday semifinal against fellow American Learner Tien, who ousted Spain’s Daniel Merida.
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