Canada's Gabriel Diallo Lost to Ben Shelton in Straight Sets at the Dallas Open
DALLAS — In a thrilling tennis match on Tuesday, Canada's Gabriel Diallo faced off against Ben Shelton of the United States in the men's singles category at the Dallas Open. The Montreal native put up a valiant effort, showcasing his prowess with six aces and a remarkable 81% success rate on his first serves. However, he fell short in his pursuit of breaking Shelton's serve, failing to capitalize on any of his three break-point opportunities in the opening-round match.
Shelton, the tournament's second seed, was a force to be reckoned with, delivering 13 aces and maintaining an impressive 82% success rate on his first serves. His ability to convert on break-point opportunities, securing two out of three, proved to be a decisive factor in the match.
Another Canadian tennis player, Denis Shapovalov from Richmond Hill, Ontario, was also in action during the opening round, scheduled to face Spain's Rafael Jodar later in the day.
This match report, compiled by The Canadian Press, was initially published on February 10, 2026, offering a snapshot of the tennis action at the Dallas Open.
