Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils’ Camera Banter Takes a New Turn as the American Throws Down the Gauntlet to the Frenchman After Japan Open Euphoria

Has Ben Shelton started a chain reaction of signing the camera? After defeating Marcos Giron in the Semi-final of the Japan Open, the twenty-one-year-old signed a strong message on the camera. This action was then copied by Arthur Fils, as he signed the camera after winning the Semi-final of the European Open against Stefanos Tsitsipas. After winning his first ATP title in Tokyo, Shelton continued the camera-signing game. However, this time, Shelton left a personalized message for Fils.

Ben Shelton defeated Arthur Fils in the Laver Cup earlier this year in Canada. Even though these players are separated by a huge distance at the moment, they stay united through this new trend. In Shelton’s initial message, he used two words to showcase his approach to the game. By copying the message, Arthur Fils wants the world to know that he isn’t any less. The second targeted message by Shelton is all the more interesting as he puts forward a challenge.

Ben Shelton challenges Arthur Fils to continue the back-and-forth

Increasing the intensity of this friendly back-and-forth, Ben Shelton has introduced something new. By winning the Japan Open, Shelton proved the worthiness of his first comment. His second comment on the camera is made to test the worthiness of Fils’ words. Perhaps through this challenge, Shelton is hoping to make his next face-off with Fils more riveting. Arthur Fils knows what’s going on, and he is hoping to win Shelton’s challenge and sign his victory message.

The first comment by Ben Shelton purely displayed his confidence. He wrote, “humble and hungry.” Shelton is hungry to take down more opponents and plans to be grounded. Winning the final match of the Japan Open satisfied a minor portion of his hunger. Arthur Fils who copied Shelton now has a new level to cross. In the second comment, Shelton wrote, “Show me something Arthur.” Shelton has invited Fils to bring on his top game and win the final match of the European Open against Alexander Bublik.

Arthur Fils might actually find extra motivation from the message of Ben Shelton. At the time Fils copied Shelton, nobody knew where the tradition was headed. However, now, Shelton has provided a purpose to this game. If winning and signing is the deal, so be it. Shelton won the final match, and now it’s time for Fils to show some of his magical moves.

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Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils redefine the meaning of pressure

The back-and-forth between Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils is more than just a game. Having fun while performing attracts positive outcomes. Sometimes athletes fail to perform at their best. More often than not, the reason behind it is pressure. Managing pressure plays a crucial role in a player’s success story. By including an element of fun, Shelton and Fils have presented a new attitude towards tough competitions.

Even though the title is won by a single player, it is meaningless without others. Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils are on the verge of creating a new era. Challenging fellow players results in enhanced motivation. Because of this new trend, Fils has two reasons to win the final match. Firstly, he will get the European Open title, and secondly, he will get to sign on the camera. Will Fills win the match? And if he does, what will be his comeback message to Shelton? Comment your thoughts below.

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