But while Shelton hasn't managed to make a really strong result at the Slam or Masters level this year, McEnroe believes he is trending in the right direction, and with the right attitude and mindset, he can become a top player in the future.

Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz upset the odds to defeat Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev in their Laver Cup doubles match on Friday, with the former apologising to the latter after a post-match comme

John McEnroe gave Ben Shelton a reality check in the middle of his match at the Laver Cup. The world No. 17 suffered a 6-4 6-4 defeat at the hands of Team Europe’s Carlos Alcaraz on Saturday. During the contest, the retired tennis legend shared some home truths with Shelton about his game.

Team World captain John McEnroe may have directed his guidance to Ben Shelton, but his teammate Thanasis Kokkinakis had an unexpected reaction to the speech. It all started when Shelton was in a tight spot during his Laver Cup match against Carlos Alcaraz. His captain, John McEnroe, stepped in to give Shelton a much-needed pep talk.

Prediction for the Carlos Alcaraz vs Ben Shelton match which will take place on September 21st. Who will turn out to be stronger? Check the team conditions! Several betting options are available.

Carlos Alcaraz beat American Ben Shelton 6-4 6-4 to level the score between Team Europe and Team World on the second day of the Laver Cup on Saturday. Alcaraz, who has already claimed titles at this year’s French Open and

Carlos Alcaraz will team up with Alexander Zverev to take on American duo Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz in the Laver Cup on Friday, September 20. The Laver Cup turns what is usually an individual, or at most pairs sport, into a competition with teams pitted against each other in a similar mold to the Ryder Cup.

Carlos Alcaraz was the hero for Team Europe as he beat Taylor Fritz to clinch the Laver Cup and deny John McEnroe his wish of a third successive win over his rivals.