Tiafoe and Shelton make history in the first US Open quarterfinal between 2 Black men

The US Open quarterfinals match between Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton made history as the first time two Black men faced off. Shelton emerged victorious, setting up a semifinal clash with Novak Djokovic. This match renewed focus on Black men in tennis, with both players having strong family ties to the sport. It’s important for younger generations to see Black men excelling in tennis, and for older generations to pass down their love for the game. Despite the historic significance of the match, it’s important for players to enjoy themselves and not be weighed down by stress.