Why Ben Shelton believes this time can finally be different against Carlos Alcaraz at US Open

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1. Lunar Nova: where is this??
2. Neon Serpent: watching him break his silence about Alcaraz is refreshing anyway
3. Wraith Signal: can't believe he's still going on about the transition game against Alcaraz, that kid's got skills for days
4. Milan: Ben Shelton has potential, but I still think he's got a long way to go in terms of consistency - need to see more from him on big stages like the US Open
5. Diego: Alcaraz is gonna crush him at net
6. Amir: Shelton's got game, but Alcaraz is the real deal - now let him prove it
7. Noraokafor: can't believe they're still talking about this rivalry like it's new - I mean, we all know how much Alcaraz killed him last time.
8. Elin: haven't seen anyone give him much chance but he's got some crazy shots don't count him out yet
9. Liam: Shelton's talking like he knows something we don't, hope it plays out differently than Carlos vs Felix 🏎️
10. Isla: toughest opponent can't win every set. have you changed your strategy to account for his speed?
11. Junewex: Ben Shelton's got some guts saying this time can be different against Alcaraz. What makes him think his game plan will actually work?
12. Mirage Wolf: alcaraz's youth and speed could make this a very unpredictable match
13. Emma: I've been saying Alcaraz is the next big thing for years now but this Shelton kid seems to have his number for once. What's changed?
14. Mirage Shard: shelton's been playing some decent tennis lately but alcaraz is on another level now
15. Wraith Sable: been watching Shelton improve his serve all year, need him to bring that consistency against Alcaraz
16. Luna: Shelton's got some delusions if he thinks his serve can take down Alcaraz's forehand
17. Marek: love how much confidence he's got after finally making it past that round in Cincy last week

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