The American fans will be pleased today, as at the Dallas Open it’s an all American final where the the top two seeds square off for the ATP 500 title. Here is a preview with some betting picks for Taylor Fritz vs Ben Shelton.
Match Details
- Time: Sunday, February 15, 2026, at 1:00 PM local time (8:00 PM CET).
- Venue: Styslinger/Altec Tennis Complex, Dallas (Indoor Hard Court).
- Rankings: Fritz (World No. 7) vs. Shelton (World No. 9).
The Matchup
This final is a contrast in styles within the American power-game. Fritz provides clinical baseline aggression and a world-class serve, while Shelton brings raw, explosive play and left-handed variety.
This is the first time in over 44 years (since 1981) that the top two seeds in Dallas are both Americans. Fritz is the slight favorite among betting sites but it’s very tight.
Both players have been serving great this week. Fritz fired 22 aces in his semifinal against Marin Cilic without facing a single break point. Shelton, meanwhile, was saving 10 of 11 break points against Denis Shapovalov.
H2H
Their head-to-head is deadlocked. Fritz won their first meeting at Indian Wells in 2023, but Shelton claimed their most recent clash in the 2025 Toronto semifinals on his way to his first Masters 1000 title.
Betting Predictions and Odds
A tough match to predict, no doubt. Both players have been playing good this week even though both are struggling with a few minor injury issues.
Fritz has had better service games all week and might be the more consistent player overall but Shelton has really stepped up in the right moments and I think he can disturb Fritz enough today.
This will go down to best form of the day and possible their physical status. I’ll go with a bet on Shelton to claim the title in Dallas at odds around 2.00 (or +100)
