Carlos Alcaraz Beats Ben Shelton to Win First Paris Masters Title
Carlos Alcaraz has added another major achievement to his impressive career after defeating Ben Shelton 7-6(5), 7-5 to win his first Paris Masters title.
The Spaniard produced a composed performance in a closely contested final, holding his nerve in the crucial moments to overcome Shelton in straight sets. Both players competed fiercely, but Alcaraz’s quality and experience proved decisive when it mattered most.
The victory also gave Alcaraz revenge for his previous defeat to Shelton in New York, making the triumph even sweeter for the world-class Spaniard.
It was his ninth consecutive victory and his ninth Masters 1000 title, taking his career title collection to 29. He has now secured five titles in 2026 alone.
Alcaraz also recorded his 59th victory against a top-10 opponent, another indication of his consistency against the best players in the sport.
Winning his first Paris Masters title is another significant milestone for Alcaraz. After an impressive run, he has once again reminded the tennis world why he remains one of the biggest forces in the game.
