Ben Shelton is set to face Otto Virtanen in the first round of Wimbledon 2026 on Tuesday, June 30.
He is heavily favored to win this match, following a quarterfinal appearance at Wimbledon in 2025.

What happened at the French Open?

Ben Shelton had a disappointing showing at the 2026 French Open, getting upset in the second round.

Why it matters for Ben Shelton

This first-round match is crucial for Shelton to get back on track after the French Open loss.

What comes next?

Shelton will take on Virtanen, who is making his second appearance at Wimbledon and his first appearance at a Grand Slam since the 2025 Australian Open.

The odds for the match are -421 for Ben Shelton and +303 for Otto Virtanen, with the total set at 41.5.

Ben Shelton has a strong record on grass, with a 6-1 mark this year and an 18-12 record all time.

Otto Virtanen has only gotten out of the first round twice in his career at Grand Slams, including a second-round exit at Wimbledon in 2024.

The match will be played on Tuesday, June 30, at 7:30 a.m. EST, and can be watched on ESPN or ESPN Unlimited.

Peter Dewey, a senior editor for Sports Illustrated Betting, predicts that Ben Shelton will win the match, covering the set spread at 1.5.

The pick is Shelton Set Spread -1.5 at -175, according to DraftKings Sportsbook.

This match is an important one for Ben Shelton, as he seeks to build on his strong showing from last year's Wimbledon.

The American has three quarterfinal appearances or better at Grand Slams since the 2025 Australian Open.

Ben Shelton's experience and record on grass make him a strong favorite to win this match.

The first-round match between Ben Shelton and Otto Virtanen is set to be an exciting one, with Shelton seeking to get back on track after the French Open loss.

The match will be closely watched by tennis fans, as Ben Shelton seeks to make a deep run at Wimbledon 2026.

Ben Shelton's strong record on grass and his experience at Grand Slams make him a contender to win the tournament.

The first-round match is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting Wimbledon 2026 for Ben Shelton.