ATP Swiss Indoors 2025: Shelton vs. Majchrzak Round-1 Preview & Odds
Ben Shelton is set to face Kamil Majchrzak in the opening round of the 2025 ATP Swiss Indoors in Basel. Shelton, a 23-year-old American left-hander, enters this match after an inconsistent run on tour. He was last seen at the Rolex Shanghai Masters but will aim to regain his momentum in Basel.
Match Preview: Shelton vs. Majchrzak
Ben Shelton’s impressive performance this season includes winning the Canada Masters. He is currently ranked No. 6 in the ATP Rankings and has 37 wins against 19 losses in 2025. The two-time Grand Slam semifinalist has also reached his career-best Grand Slam result at three majors this year, alongside a runner-up finish in Munich.
Sheldon has delivered powerful serves this year, boasting 332 aces and maintaining an 89% service game win rate on hard courts. However, he will need to overcome his current two-match losing streak to advance further in the tournament.
Kamil Majchrzak’s Form
Kamil Majchrzak is a 29-year-old Polish player currently ranked No. 70. He achieved his career-high ranking of No. 61 in September 2025. This year, Majchrzak holds a record of 15 wins and 11 losses, and he has recently made it to the Round of 16 in two of his last four events, highlighting his competitive edge.
Though Majchrzak has yet to secure a tour-level title, he performed admirably at the Grand Prix Hassan II and made his first Grand Slam pre-quarterfinal at Wimbledon. His current match-up against Shelton marks their first encounter on the ATP circuit.
Career Comparison: Shelton vs. Majchrzak
| Category | Ben Shelton | Kamil Majchrzak |
|---|---|---|
| Current Ranking | 6 | 70 |
| Career W-L Record | 108-72 | 46-53 |
| YTD W-L Record | 37-19 | 15-11 |
| Career Titles | 0 | 1 |
| YTD Titles | 0 | 0 |
| Grand Slams | 0 | 0 |
Match Prediction
The outcome of the match may heavily rely on Shelton’s ability to find his rhythm early. If he can maintain a first serve percentage over 65%, he should secure a smooth victory. Majchrzak, on the other hand, will likely attempt to challenge Shelton with tactical attacks on his backhand.
Betting odds favor Shelton with a likelihood of 78% to advance to the Round of 16. The odds from BetMGM for the match are as follows:
- Shelton Win: 21/50
- Majchrzak Win: 15/8
- Total Games >23.5: 10/11
- Total Sets: 4/7
- Most Service Breaks to Shelton: 3/5
As the match unfolds, fans can expect an exciting start at the ATP Swiss Indoors in Basel as Shelton aims to regain his winning momentum against Majchrzak.
