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Missing your college or school days is a very normal thing for someone who’s just gone out of college and has started to make a living for himself, and there’s no one better than Ben Shelton who could understand the case. Just a year before, he was completing his studies at the University of Florida and today; he is one of the upcoming gems in tennis.

In just a year, his life changed a whole lot. Reflecting on this, Ben Shelton went back in time and shared a cheeky memory where he remembered his initial days as a student-athlete back at the University.

Ben Shelton walks down memory lane as he recalls his days as a student-athlete

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In a recent revelation, Ben Shelton went ahead and shared an Instagram story showing snippets of the University of Florida. The reel shared some snippets of the luxurious facility of the university designed for the students. Not only this, but it also gives a peek into what it’s like to be a student juggling sports and studies at Florida University.

The caption of the reel read, “POV: You’re a student athlete at the University of Florida,” which hinted at Shelton remembering his time as a student-athlete. Shelton not only shared his love for the university in his story but also went ahead to make a comment on the reel. He mentioned, “This gotta blow up,” which suggested the pump that he got by watching it.

 

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Thus, Ben Shelotn took a trip back in time as he shared a heartfelt memory that is so attached to him. It not only reminded him of his initial days, but also reflected on the change that his life underwent in just a year.

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While Ben Shelton is all set to step foot in the world of professional tennis and land major success, he achieved the same feat back in his college days as well. Known for his exceptional tennis skills, he helped the Florida Gators lay their hand on the championship title. Considering the remarkable achievement that he made at the US Open, he also received an immense honor from his University.

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Shelton recognized in front of 90,000 fans for his miraculous feat at the US Open

Not long before, Ben Shelton stunned everyone with his heroics at the US Open. He managed to defy all the odds and managed to secure his place in the semi-finals of the tournament. However, a defeat at the hands of Novak Djokovic meant that his dream run came to an end. However, his efforts were nothing short of sensational.

During Florida’s 29-16 football win over the University of Tennessee, Ben Shelton was honored in front of around 90,000+ fans who cheered for him as he stepped on the pitch. Not only this, he later went ahead to start the honourary first serve during the University of Florida’s volleyball match.

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Thus, Ben Shelton, who has had a lot of changes this year received a warm welcome upon returning to the place that gave him the place to stand and make a name for himself.

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