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Ben Shelton is into the US Open semifinal after a thrilling win over Frances Tiafoe. Shelton turned pro one year ago, and this is just his fifth career slam. He is the youngest American man to reach a US Open semifinal since Michael Chang in 1992. Shelton is ranked 47th in the world, making him the lowest-ranked American man to make a slam semifinal since Pete Sampras in 1991. Next up for Shelton is Novak Djokovic.
- Shelton turned pro only one year ago — after winning an NCAA singles title at Florida — and this is just his fifth career slam.
- Shelton is the youngest American man into a US Open semifinal since Michael Chang in 1992.
- Ranked 47th in the world, Shelton is the lowest-ranked American man to make a slam semifinal since Pete Sampras in 1991.
Travis Kelce, the star tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is facing an injury that may keep him out of the season opener.
- Kelce has made eight straight Pro Bowls and is fifth all-time among tight ends in receptions, fourth in yards and sixth in touchdowns.
- Kelce’s injury puts pressure on the rest of the team, especially the young wide receiver group.
- The Chiefs’ offense may need to adjust without Kelce, including altering the passing game.
Colorado and Duke both made their way into the AP Top 25 rankings in college football.
Pete Prisco has released his first NFL Power Rankings of the season, with the Kansas City Chiefs taking the top spot. He also predicts that the Jacksonville Jaguars will win the Super Bowl this year.
Team USA is into the FIBA World Cup semifinals after a blowout victory over Italy.
Finally, there are several sporting events to watch on Wednesday, including the Storm vs. Dream in the WNBA and KC Current vs. NC Courage in soccer.
