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Who is Ben Shelton?
Ben Shelton is an American professional tennis player, currently ranked as the eighth seed in the US Open. As an unseeded player, Carlos Alcaraz will face a tough challenge against him in the quarter-finals. Shelton is known for his powerful serve and exciting style of play, making this an anticipated match.
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