‘Look at Patrick Mahomes’ – Ben Shelton and Sebastian Korda’s Unique Skill Unveiled With a Touch of NFL Legend in a Gripping Admission

The year 2023 has been a year of highlights where some of the new names in tennis have come in and have risen on the occasion. While many expected that the craze of the game could fade away after major names among the ‘Big 3’ parted, there are some who have made sure that the fun and drama still continues. Ben Shelton and Sebastian Korda are two names that have shown huge potential and are well on course to become the next big thing that the game has ever seen.

However, deep behind their tennis journey lies a rich history of professionalism. Reflecting on the same, a famous sports commentator reflects on the advantage that the two young guns have in the game. Moreover, she even drew comparisons with the legendary Patrick Mahomes while describing how well they are associated with the limelight and handling the pressure in the game.

The advantage that Korda and Ben Shelton have in tennis unveiled with Patrick Mahomes given as an example

In a recent revelation, sports commentator Ari Wolfe talked about the advantage that young talents like Sebastian Korda and Ben Shelton have in tennis. Wolfe used Patrick Mahomes from the NFL as an example, which suggested that growing up in a pro sports environment offers a distinct mindset and comfort level when the pressure is on.

Korda, whose father is former professional tennis player Petr Korda, and Shelton, with a similar background as his dad, was also a pro tennis player have been into sports since childhood. They have witnessed their fathers’ careers, been around the pro tennis atmosphere, and as a result, are less likely to be overwhelmed when competing at the highest level. This familial advantage sets them apart from their rivals, making them strong contenders for future success in tennis.

“I just think the Korda comes at it from a unique, you know, mindset and think about it also but Shelton has that in common. His dad was a pro tennis player. So when you grow up around it, you’re not wowed by these moments, because you grew up around it right?” said Wolfe in the podcast.

“People look at Patrick Mahomes. And they’re like, he always looks like he’s good with it. Well, his dad was a pro baseball player. He’s been in that atmosphere around the pro game. And I think that helps a lot. Just the comfort level when the lights come on, that you’re not overwhelmed by quarter or shell and I think they’re almost the deadlock for me for taking futures,” she further added.

Thus, the likes of Sebastian Korda and Ben Shelton have great advantages over their rivals. While the two have already caused havoc in tennis, it is only time that will reveal how far they go in their pursuit of greatness. Also, with the year he has had so far, there is no doubt that Shelton possesses a great talent when it comes to tennis.

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Ben Shelton’s 2023 in a nutshell: How has he performed this year?

When it comes to picking a standout talent from this year, Ben Shelton is certainly one of those names. The breakout moment for the young American came at the US Open when he managed to stun everyone while making his way into the semi-finals. However, his dominant form came to an end after he was defeated by Novak Djokovic.

His heroics at the flushing meadows earned him a call at the Laver Cup and since then, he does not seem to stop anytime soon. After winning the Laver Cup, he went to the Shanghai Masters with full hopes. However, he was stopped in the quarter-finals by Sebastian Korda himself.

Currently playing at the Japan Open, he has managed to make his way into the semi-finals of the tournament. With just a couple of steps shy of the title, he would be willing to do whatever it takes to lay his hands on the title. Thus, with huge hopes lying on his shoulders, he would be looking to make a name for himself while stunning everyone en route with glory.

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