Ben Shelton confirmed his participation in the 2026 Laver Cup on Thursday.
This year’s team event at the O2 Arena in London will mark Shelton’s third appearance for Team World. The sixth-ranked American helped captain Andre Agassi’s side prevail 15-9 over Team Europe this past fall in San Francisco. It was the World’s third triumph in the last four seasons, although Europe still leads the overall head-to-head series 5-3.
“It’s always an honor to be part of Team World,” Shelton stated. “Getting the chance to spend a week with legends like Andre and Pat, learning from them and competing alongside this group, is something I really value and that you don’t get anywhere else. I’ve got some great memories from the Laver Cup already and I’m excited to get back out there in London with the guys.”
“[Vice captain Patrick Rafter] and I couldn’t be happier that Ben is joining the team,” Agassi assured. “He is a dynamic talent that will help us in singles, doubles, as well as with his infectious energy in the locker room and from the bench.”
Shelton joins a Team World squad that already features Taylor Fritz and Alex de Minaur. Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev are confirmed for Yannick Noah’s European group.
solid lineup so far