Ben Shelton narrowly avoided elimination as Tommy Paul suffered defeat against Jack Draper

In the Dallas Open, American tennis players Tommy Paul and Ben Shelton showcased dominant performances to secure quarterfinal berths.

In a dramatic turn of events at the Acapulco Open, Ben Shelton narrowly avoided elimination as Tommy Paul suffered defeat against Jack Draper.

Ben Shelton’s campaign in Acapulco was on the brink of collapse when he faced a formidable challenge from Dan Evans. However, Shelton managed to navigate through the intense battle, securing a crucial victory and advancing in the tournament.

Meanwhile, the highly anticipated match between Tommy Paul and Jack Draper delivered its own share of surprises. Despite Paul’s formidable reputation, Draper emerged as the victor, dealing a significant blow to Paul’s aspirations in the tournament.

Paul, seeded second, exhibited his prowess by wearing down opponent Taro Daniel with long rallies and strategic play, clinching a convincing 6-3, 6-2 victory. Despite Daniel’s resilience in saving break points early on, Paul’s persistence paid off with well-executed breaks at crucial moments.

The outcome of these matches sets the stage for further intrigue and excitement in the Acapulco Open, as Shelton looks to capitalize on his narrow escape and Draper aims to continue his impressive run.

In earlier matches, two seeded players faced early exits, as fifth-seeded Christopher Eubanks fell to Australia’s James Duckworth in straight sets, and sixth-seeded Max Purcell suffered a defeat against Marcos Giron of the U.S.

The quarterfinal journey marks a significant achievement for both players, with Shelton expressing satisfaction with his performance, particularly highlighting his surprise at the level of play he attained.

As the tournament progresses, tennis fans can expect more thrilling encounters and unexpected twists, making the Acapulco Open a must-watch event in the tennis calendar.

The tournament continues with top-seeded Frances Tiafoe set to begin his campaign in the round of 16 against fellow American Alex Michelsen, promising more thrilling tennis action in the Dallas Open.