‘Nadal Is the Clear Choice’ – Roger Federer Faces Brutal Snub From Fanboy Ben Shelton As Dynamics Force Him To Side With Rival

Roger Federer‘s amazing career has not only made him a timeless legend but also an inspiration for young players. Among the ones who have started to gain recognition in the current tennis scenario, Ben Shelton has proved to be the biggest admirer of the Swiss tennis maestro. However, an interesting attribute that Shelton shares with Nadal made him also choose the Spaniard.

As the era of the Big 3 left an unforgettable mark on the budding players, Rafael Nadal has also proved to be a widely chosen idol. Recently, Ben Shelton revealed why Rafa stays on his list, despite his deep admiration for the mighty Federer.

Ben Shelton reveals the reason behind his admiration for Rafa

Ben Shelton has always been a devoted follower of the Swiss tennis maestro Roger Federer. Stepping his foot on a different track this time, the young American recently included Rafael Nadal in his words of admiration. Talking about the legends, he revealed why Nadal also holds a position in his list of tennis idols.

“I definitely looked up to Federer,” Shelton stated. “Nadal is the clear choice because I’m a lefty, as well.” While both Rafa and Shelton share a similarity of using left hands as their major strengths, the tennis star used it to justify his respect for the Spaniard.

Finding it hard to not be inclined more towards Roger Federer, Ben added, “I liked kind of the classiness of Fed, the aura around him, the way he carries himself on court in victory & defeat.” As the tennis star looks forward to building a strong career for himself, his pick of the legends is sure to make an impact on his career.

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Shelton is closely following the footsteps of Roger Federer

Besides his amazing career on the courts, Roger Federer is also known for his amazing collaborations. As Ben Shelton has remarked that he admires the Swiss tennis maestro for both his on and off-court feats, he recently made a move that took him on the path led by Federer himself.

Ben Shelton recently shared a post on Instagram in which he expressed his excitement to be a part of the world-renowned brand Rolex. He mentioned, “I am excited to become the newest member of the Rolex family. It is an honor to partner with a brand synonymous with excellence in our sport.”

While Roger Federer has already had a great relationship with the company, Ben Shelton’s entry adds another chapter to the amazing story of his love and admiration for Federer.

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