Adrian Mannarino vs Ben Shelton Prediction & Picks - Dallas Open

Prediction published on 2/12/26, 4:41 PM  by Tyler Doty | Modified on 2/12/26 at 10:55 PM in Dallas Open Picks

Despite being 37 years old, Adrian Mannarino has recovered well physically from all his efforts last week in Montpellier. The Frenchman, who was a finalist in Occitanie, also had to manage a trip from France to the United States to get to Dallas. Facing Adam Walton in the first round just 72 hours after losing the final, the 52nd-ranked player showed a lot of heart and physical and mental resources to fend off the Australian's attacks. Adrian Mannarino won in two sets (6-4, 6-2), proving that his trip to Texas was not in vain, with the highlight being a match tomorrow night against a very tough opponent, Ben Shelton.

On the heels of his quarterfinal appearance at the Australian Open, the American will be looking to win the title in Dallas, where he will be one of the big favorites of the week. The world No. 9 got off to a good start in front of his home crowd, defeating young Canadian Gabriel Diallo in two sets (6-4, 6-4). It was a good start for Ben Shelton, who will be looking to continue his momentum tonight against Adrian Mannarino. The American should be able to handle his opponent, as he will try to use his power to physically dominate a Frenchman who may be worn down after all his recent efforts.