Ben Shelton‘s tennis comeback, after a month away due to a painful injury, just got ruined by an unnatural force. Stepping on the court for the first time since his US Open setback, the 22-year-old was determined to kick off his Shanghai campaign with an impactful performance. Unfortunately, he wasn’t allowed to make it happen whatsoever. The R64 battle between Shelton and Belgium’s David Goffin witnessed a suspension on the Stadium court in Shanghai on Friday afternoon.
Contrary to expectations, Goffin stunned the World No.6 by snatching the first set. However, the American star managed to get hold of the match soon. In the second set, he was leading 4-3. Just when it looked like he would level the fight, the clouds hovered over the court to play spoilsport. Even his compatriot Frances Tiafoe’s match, against Yannick Hanfmann, was affected by the sudden downpour. Thankfully, the courts they are playing on have got roofs.
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