After a ‘Dialed In’ Extravaganza at the US Open, 20YO Ben Shelton Looks to the Legendary McEnroe Brothers as He Gets Ready for Maiden Laver Cup Appearance

In Vancouver, something big is about to happen. Rogers Arena is turning into a tennis arena, and it’s all for Laver Cup Vancouver 2023. This event isn’t just any tennis match; it’s like the Super Bowl of tennis, where the best players in the world come together for intense competition and teamwork.

Among all the excitement, there’s a young tennis star who’s catching everyone’s attention: Ben Shelton. Only 20 years old, Shelton has already become well known in the world of tennis with his impressive performance at the US Open. Now, he’s talking about how excited he is for Laver Cup Vancouver 2023, where he’ll be playing alongside the famous McEnroe brothers.

Ben Shelton on the upcoming Laver Cup excitement

Shelton is set to join forces with the legendary McEnroe brothers as a part of Team World. In an exclusive sit down with Laver Cup 2023 social media team, Shelton revealed his enthusiasm, saying, “To learn from two legends like McEnroe brothers and be a part of Team World is something that everyone aspires to be a part of. So, to be able to get the call-up, to be able to compete for the team this year, I’m really excited.”

Shelton is looking forward to playing alongside his teammates, who each bring their own strengths and personalities to the team. He spoke with enthusiasm about his fellow players, including Felix Auger-Aliassime, Taylor Fritz, Frances Tiafoe, Tommy Paul, and Francisco Cerundolo. He stressed the importance of teamwork and chemistry, which he’s familiar with from his college tennis days, as they aim to win the prestigious tournament.

All you need to know about Laver Cup 2023

The 2023 Laver Cup is gearing up for its sixth edition, and it’s all set to unfold in Vancouver, Canada. Team World, the current titleholders, are determined to defend their championship after their impressive victory last year with a score of 13-8. What adds an extra layer of excitement this time around is the significant shake-up in the teams. Captains Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe have put together fresh line-ups, aiming to secure the prestigious Laver Cup once again.

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Notably, the ‘Big Four’ of tennis, including Roger Federer, won’t be participating in the Laver Cup for the first time since its start. Team Europe, led by Casper Ruud, Stefanos Tsitsipas, and Andrey Rublev, is determined to regain the trophy. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has joined the European team to replace the injured Holger Rune, providing more depth to the roster, which also includes Hubert Hurkacz, Gael Monfils, and Arthur Fils as an alternate. Young sensation Carlos Alcaraz won’t be part of Team Europe this time.

Roger Federer, the co-founder of the Laver Cup, may not be competing on the court, but he will be present throughout the tournament. Who do you think will win Laver Cup this year?

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