Shelton wins Canadian Open title

Ben Shelton wins the Canadian Open and receives a public show of support from Trinity Rodman.

Shelton Captures Canadian Open Title with Heartfelt Support

Ben Shelton delivered the biggest win of his young tennis career by taking the 2025 Canadian Open in Toronto. The American, seeded No. 4, defeated a tough field and then overcame a one-set deficit in the final, beating Karen Khachanov 6-7(5), 6-4, 7-6(3) to lift his first ATP Masters 1000 title. After a first-round bye, he knocked out Adrian Mannarino, Brandon Nakashima, Flavio Cobolli, Alex de Minaur and Taylor Fritz before the final, capping a week of high quality tennis in front of a raucous crowd.

Rodman marked the milestone with an Instagram story praising Shelton’s drive and perseverance, underscoring the couple’s public support network. Shelton thanked God and his family, noting that the people who love him have his back, even if they were not in Toronto for the final.

This win signals a turning point for Shelton, showing that a rising talent can convert raw ability into consistency on one of the sport's tougher stages. It raises expectations for the rest of the season while underscoring the value of a reliable support system. The moment also illustrates how personal narratives, amplified by social media, shape a star's public arc and add layers to how fans engage with big wins.

The Rodman connection adds a modern twist to athlete relationships, turning private encouragement into public momentum. The challenge for Shelton will be translating this moment into sustained success across surfaces and tours, turning a breakthrough into a long term rise in the rankings.

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The road ahead will test how this moment translates into continued breakthroughs.