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### Match Preview: Ben Shelton vs. Pablo Carreno-Busta – ATP Australian Open 2025
**Event:** ATP Australian Open
**Date:** January 15, 2025
**Venue:** Melbourne Park, Australia
#### Player Profiles
**Ben Shelton**
– **Nationality:** American
– **Current Form:** Shelton heads into this match with a mixed performance, having won only 1 of his last 3 matches. Despite showing glimpses of his potential, he has struggled with consistency recently.
– **Playing Style:** Shelton is known for his powerful serve and aggressive playstyle, often looking to dominate points from the baseline. His experience on home soil may play a vital role in boosting his confidence.
**Pablo Carreno-Busta**
– **Nationality:** Spanish
– **Current Form:** Carreno-Busta has had a slightly better run, securing 2 wins from his last 5 matches. Although this isn’t an outstanding record, he remains a seasoned competitor on the ATP tour with valuable experience in high-pressure situations.
– **Playing Style:** A solid baseline player, Carreno-Busta excels in rallies and is known for his strategic play. His ability to construct points intelligently and exploit opponents’ weaknesses is a crucial aspect of his game.
#### Head-to-Head and Context
While Shelton is considered a rising star in men’s tennis, Carreno-Busta’s experience and established track record could give him the edge in this matchup. However, playing on home ground can elevate Shelton’s performance, making it a contest between youthful exuberance and seasoned mastery.
#### Odds and Predictions
According to bookmakers, the odds are set at 1.25 for Ben Shelton and 4.00 for Pablo Carreno-Busta, indicating that Shelton is the favorite to win. The most likely outcome predicted is a 3-0 victory for Shelton, suggesting confidence in his ability to secure a straight-sets win.
#### Potential Factors to Consider
1. **Home Advantage:** Playing in Australia could significantly influence Shelton’s performance positively. Familiar conditions and crowd support can provide a psychological boost.
2. **Mental Toughness:** Carreno-Busta’s experience in grand slam settings may be crucial if the match goes to tight moments or a deciding set.
3. **Surface:** The Australian Open’s hard courts favor aggressive play, potentially benefiting Shelton’s serve-heavy game.
#### Conclusion
As both players prepare to take the court, expect an exciting clash. Shelton’s youth and power will be against Carreno-Busta’s strategic and resilient style. While Shelton is favored by bookmakers, Carreno-Busta’s experience means this match could unfold in unpredictable ways. Fans can look forward to a competitive and intriguing contest at one of tennis’s premier events.
| Shelton 76.2% | Carreno Busta 23.8% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 3:0
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Latest Results
| 14.01.25 Ben Shelton – Brandon Nakashima – 3:0 08.01.25 Ben Shelton – Jakub Mensik – 1:2 21.11.24 Ben Shelton – Thanasi Kokkinakis – 1:2 30.10.24 Arthur Cazaux – Ben Shelton – 2:0 29.10.24 Ben Shelton – Corentin Moutet – 2:1 |
14.01.25 Pablo Carreno-Busta – Kamil Majchrzak – 3:0 07.01.25 Pablo Carreno-Busta – Jakub Mensik – 1:2 03.01.25 Zizou Bergs – Pablo Carreno-Busta – 2:1 28.12.24 Stefanos Tsitsipas – Pablo Carreno-Busta – 2:1 26.12.24 Alexander Shevchenko – Pablo Carreno-Busta – 0:2 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
Singles – Main
1/64-finals
| 1 | Sinner J. (1) | Jarry N. | 3 : 0 |
| 2 | Schoolkate T. (WC) | Daniel T. | 3 : 1 |
| 3 | Giron M. | Hanfmann Y. | 3 : 1 |
| 4 | Etcheverry T. M. | Cobolli F. (32) | 3 : 1 |
| 5 | Hurkacz H. (18) | Griekspoor T. | 3 : 0 |
| 6 | Kecmanovic M. | Lajovic D. | 3 : 2 |
| 7 | Berrettini M. | Norrie C. | 3 : 1 |
| 8 | Zhang Z. | Rune H. (13) | 2 : 3 |
| 9 | Tsitsipas S. (11) | Michelsen A. | 1 : 3 |
| 10 | McCabe J. (WC) | Landaluce M. (Q) | 3 : 0 |
| 11 | Diallo G. | Nardi L. | 3 : 2 |
| 12 | Mannarino A. | Khachanov K. (19) | 0 : 3 |
| 13 | Cerundolo F. (31) | Bublik A. | 3 : 0 |
| 14 | Diaz Acosta F. | Bergs Z. | 3 : 2 |
| 15 | Boyer T. (Q) | Coria F. | 3 : 2 |
| 16 | Van De Zandschulp B. | De Minaur A. (8) | 0 : 3 |
| 17 | Fritz T. (4) | Brooksby J. | 3 : 0 |
| 18 | Coric B. | Garin C. (Q) | 0 : 3 |
| 19 | Comesana F. | Altmaier D. | 2 : 3 |
| 20 | Monfils G. | Mpetshi Perricard G. (30) | 3 : 2 |
| 21 | Shelton B. (21) | Nakashima B. | 3 : 0 |
| 22 | Carreno-Busta P. | Majchrzak K. (Q) | 3 : 0 |
| 23 | Bautista-Agut R. | Shapovalov D. | 1 : 3 |
| 24 | Arnaldi M. | Musetti L. (16) | 1 : 3 |
| 25 | Rublev A. (9) | Fonseca J. (Q) | 0 : 3 |
| 26 | Sonego L. | Wawrinka S. (WC) | 3 : 1 |
| 27 | Seyboth Wild T. | Marozsan F. | 2 : 3 |
| 28 | Rinderknech A. | Tiafoe F. (17) | 2 : 3 |
| 29 | Popyrin A. (25) | Moutet C. | 1 : 3 |
| 30 | Hijikata R. | Krueger M. (Q) | 0 : 3 |
| 31 | Ugo Carabelli C. | Tien L. (Q) | 2 : 3 |
| 32 | Samrej K. (WC) | Medvedev D. (5) | 2 : 3 |
| 33 | Djokovic N. (7) | Basavareddy N. (WC) | 3 : 1 |
| 34 | Faria J. (Q) | Kotov P. | 3 : 0 |
| 35 | Onclin G. (Q) | Opelka R. | 1 : 3 |
| 36 | Nagal S. | Machac T. (26) | 0 : 3 |
| 37 | Lehecka J. (24) | Tu L. (WC) | 3 : 1 |
| 38 | Gaston H. | Jasika O. (WC) | 3 : 1 |
| 39 | Goffin D. | Bonzi B. | 0 : 3 |
| 40 | Passaro F. (LL) | Dimitrov G. (RET.) (10) | 1 : 0 |
| 41 | Draper J. (15) | Navone M. | 3 : 2 |
| 42 | Kokkinakis T. | Safiullin R. | 3 : 1 |
| 43 | Dzumhur D. | Vukic A. | 2 : 3 |
| 44 | Klein L. (Q) | Korda S. (22) | 1 : 3 |
| 45 | Thompson J. (27) | Koepfer D. (Q) | 3 : 1 |
| 46 | Muller A. | Borges N. | 1 : 3 |
| 47 | Nishioka Y. | Dougaz A. (Q) | 3 : 1 |
| 48 | Shevchenko A. | Alcaraz C. (3) | 0 : 3 |
| 49 | Ruud C. (6) | Munar J. | 3 : 2 |
| 50 | Basilashvili N. (Q) | Mensik J. | 1 : 3 |
| 51 | Shang J. (RET.) | Davidovich Fokina A. | 0 : 1 |
| 52 | Struff J-L. | Auger-Aliassime F. (29) | 1 : 3 |
| 53 | Tabilo A. (23) | Carballes Baena R. | 1 : 3 |
| 54 | Duckworth J. | Stricker D. | 3 : 0 |
| 55 | Nishikori K. | Monteiro T. (Q) | 3 : 2 |
| 56 | O’Connell C. | Paul T. (12) | 2 : 3 |
| 57 | Humbert U. (14) | Gigante M. (Q) | 3 : 0 |
| 58 | Habib H. (Q) | Bu Y. | 3 : 0 |
| 59 | Walton A. | Halys Q. | 2 : 3 |
| 60 | Virtanen O. | Fils A. (20) | 1 : 3 |
| 61 | Baez S. (28) | Cazaux A. | 2 : 3 |
| 62 | Fearnley J. | Kyrgios N. | 3 : 0 |
| 63 | Martinez P. | Darderi L. (RET.) | 1 : 0 |
| 64 | Pouille L. (WC) | Zverev A. (2) | 0 : 3 |
1/32-finals
| 1 | Sinner J. (1) | Schoolkate T. | |
| 2 | Giron M. | Etcheverry T. M. | |
| 3 | Hurkacz H. (18) | Kecmanovic M. | |
| 4 | Berrettini M. | Rune H. (13) | |
| 5 | Michelsen A. | McCabe J. | |
| 6 | Diallo G. | Khachanov K. (19) | |
| 7 | Cerundolo F. (31) | Diaz Acosta F. | |
| 8 | Boyer T. | De Minaur A. (8) | |
| 9 | Fritz T. (4) | Garin C. | |
| 10 | Altmaier D. | Monfils G. | |
| 11 | Shelton B. (21) | Carreno-Busta P. | |
| 12 | Shapovalov D. | Musetti L. (16) | |
| 13 | Fonseca J. | Sonego L. | |
| 14 | Marozsan F. | Tiafoe F. (17) | |
| 15 | Moutet C. | Krueger M. | |
| 16 | Tien L. | Medvedev D. (5) | |
| 17 | Djokovic N. (7) | Faria J. | |
| 18 | Opelka R. | Machac T. (26) | |
| 19 | Lehecka J. (24) | Gaston H. | |
| 20 | Bonzi B. | Passaro F. | |
| 21 | Draper J. (15) | Kokkinakis T. | |
| 22 | Vukic A. | Korda S. (22) | |
| 23 | Thompson J. (27) | Borges N. | |
| 24 | Nishioka Y. | Alcaraz C. (3) | |
| 25 | Ruud C. (6) | Mensik J. | |
| 26 | Davidovich Fokina A. | Auger-Aliassime F. (29) | |
| 27 | Carballes Baena R. | Duckworth J. | |
| 28 | Nishikori K. | Paul T. (12) | |
| 29 | Humbert U. (14) | Habib H. | |
| 30 | Halys Q. | Fils A. (20) | |
| 31 | Cazaux A. | Fearnley J. | |
| 32 | Martinez P. | Zverev A. (2) |
1/16-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 | |
| 5 | TBD #9 | TBD #10 | |
| 6 | TBD #11 | TBD #12 | |
| 7 | TBD #13 | TBD #14 | |
| 8 | TBD #15 | TBD #16 | |
| 9 | TBD #17 | TBD #18 | |
| 10 | TBD #19 | TBD #20 | |
| 11 | TBD #21 | TBD #22 | |
| 12 | TBD #23 | TBD #24 | |
| 13 | TBD #25 | TBD #26 | |
| 14 | TBD #27 | TBD #28 | |
| 15 | TBD #29 | TBD #30 | |
| 16 | TBD #31 | TBD #32 |
1/8-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 | |
| 5 | TBD #9 | TBD #10 | |
| 6 | TBD #11 | TBD #12 | |
| 7 | TBD #13 | TBD #14 | |
| 8 | TBD #15 | TBD #16 |
Quarter-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 | |
| 3 | TBD #5 | TBD #6 | |
| 4 | TBD #7 | TBD #8 |
Semi-finals
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 | |
| 2 | TBD #3 | TBD #4 |
Final
| 1 | TBD #1 | TBD #2 |
ATP Australian Open Outrights
1. Sinner Jannik: 2.15 (32.43%)
2. Alcaraz Carlos: 4.13 (16.87%)
3. Djokovic Novak: 6.33 (11.01%)
4. Zverev Alexander: 8.17 (8.54%)
5. Medvedev Daniil: 14.33 (4.86%)
6. Fritz Taylor: 22.33 (3.12%)
7. Fonseca Joao: 40 (1.74%)
8. De Minaur Alex: 42.33 (1.65%)
9. Draper Jack: 61 (1.14%)
10. Auger-Aliassime Felix: 72.67 (0.96%)
11. Ruud Casper: 76 (0.92%)
12. Rune Holger: 76 (0.92%)
13. Shelton Ben: 77.67 (0.9%)
14. Tiafoe Frances: 81 (0.86%)
15. Hurkacz Hubert: 94 (0.74%)
16. Fils Arthur: 100.67 (0.69%)
17. Paul Tommy: 100.67 (0.69%)
18. Berrettini Matteo: 102.33 (0.68%)
19. Khachanov Karen: 125.67 (0.55%)
20. Lehecka Jiri: 126 (0.55%)
21. Korda Sebastian: 134 (0.52%)
22. Monfils Gael: 138.5 (0.5%)
23. Machac Tomas: 142.33 (0.49%)
24. Humbert Ugo: 150.67 (0.46%)
25. Opelka Reilly: 151 (0.46%)
26. Shapovalov Denis: 167.33 (0.42%)
27. Musetti Lorenzo: 175.67 (0.4%)
28. Michelsen Alex: 176 (0.4%)
29. Mensik Jakub: 176 (0.4%)
30. Fearnley Jacob: 201 (0.35%)
31. Cerundolo Francisco: 251 (0.28%)
32. Bonzi Benjamin: 251 (0.28%)
33. Nishikori Kei: 276 (0.25%)
34. Davidovich Fokina Alejandro: 301 (0.23%)
35. Kokkinakis Thanasi: 301 (0.23%)
36. Etcheverry Tomas Martin: 326 (0.21%)
37. Sonego Lorenzo: 376 (0.19%)
38. Thompson Jordan: 376 (0.19%)
39. Kecmanovic Miomir: 376 (0.19%)
40. Marozsan Fabian: 401 (0.17%)
41. Halys Quentin: 401 (0.17%)
42. Diallo Gabriel: 426 (0.16%)
43. Carreno-Busta Pablo: 426 (0.16%)
44. Tien Learner: 426 (0.16%)
45. Carballes Baena Roberto: 451 (0.15%)
46. Moutet Corentin: 451 (0.15%)
47. Giron Marcos: 451 (0.15%)
48. Martinez Pedro: 451 (0.15%)
49. Cazaux Arthur: 451 (0.15%)
50. Gaston Hugo: 451 (0.15%)
51. Habib Hady: 451 (0.15%)
52. Garin Cristian: 451 (0.15%)
53. Duckworth James: 501 (0.14%)
54. Vukic Aleksandar: 501 (0.14%)
55. Diaz Acosta Facundo: 501 (0.14%)
56. Altmaier Daniel: 501 (0.14%)
57. Borges Nuno: 501 (0.14%)
58. Nishioka Yoshihito: 501 (0.14%)
59. Schoolkate Tristan: 501 (0.14%)
60. McCabe James: 501 (0.14%)
61. Krueger Mitchell: 501 (0.14%)
62. Faria Jaime: 501 (0.14%)
63. Boyer Tristan: 501 (0.14%)
64. Passaro Francesco: 501 (0.14%)
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