NewsWPLG Local 10September 12, 2026Miami-Dade County
Juan Carlos Ferrero says Ben Shelton can end the U.S. men's tennis major tournament drought
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Juan Carlos Ferrero states that American tennis player Ben Shelton has the potential to win a men's tennis major tournament, which would end a drought that has lasted for ninety Grand Slam tournaments since Roddick's 2003 victory.
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It highlights an ongoing historical milestone and competitive expectations within professional men's tennis regarding American players.
Key Facts
- Ninety Grand Slam tournaments have passed since a U.S. male player won a major tournament.
- Andy Roddick was the last U.S. male player to win the U.S. Open, defeating Juan Carlos Ferrero in the 2003 final.
- Juan Carlos Ferrero is the last non-European to win a men's tennis major.
- Juan Carlos Ferrero stated that Ben Shelton can end the drought of U.S. male players winning majors.
Who's Mentioned
PersonShelton“Identified as a player who can end the U.S. men's major tournament drought.”PersonAndy Roddick“Last U.S. male player to win a men's tennis major at the 2003 U.S. Open.”PersonJuan Carlos Ferrero“The last non-European to win a men's tennis major and commentator on Shelton's p”OrganizationAP“News agency publishing the article.”locationNEW YORK“Dateline of the news article.”