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Shelton withdraws from Acapulco
The main draw of the ATP 500 starts on Monday
February 20, 2026
Ben Shelton has a 10-2 record this season.
By ATP staff
Ben Shelton has withdrawn from HSBC’s presentation of Abierto Mexicano Telcel to focus on recovery, the tournament announced on Friday.
The left-hander won his first title of the season last week in Dallas, beating compatriot Taylor Fritz in the ATP 500 final. According to the Acapulco tournament announcement, Shelton experienced discomfort in his quadriceps, which led to his decision to withdraw from the Mexican ATP 500 event.
The 23-year-old is off to a fast start in 2026, having reached the quarter-finals in Auckland, the quarter-finals at the Australian Open and lifted the trophy in Dallas. According to the Infosys ATP Win/Loss Index, he is 10-2 this season.
The No. 9 player in the PIF ATP Rankings has previously competed in Acapulco three times, with his best result coming in 2024, when he advanced to the quarter-finals before losing to Casper Ruud in three sets.
Abierto Mexicano Telcel’s presentation for the HSBC main draw starts on Monday. Learn everything you need to know about the Acapulco tournament, including information about the draw, schedule, history and more.
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