Who is Ben Shelton's coach at Australian Open 2025? All you need to know about the American who led Georgia Tech to first NCAA women's title

Ben Shelton is coached by his father, Bryan Shelton, a former professional player and accomplished college tennis coach. Bryan has been guiding his son on the ATP Tour since 2023 and is currently by his side at the 2025 Australian Open.

Bryan brings a wealth of experience to his son's coaching team with a phenomenal resume. During his playing career, Bryan won two ATP singles and two doubles titles.

After retiring from professional tennis in 1997, Bryan transitioned to coaching. He made history as the head coach of the Georgia Tech women’s tennis team, leading them to their first NCAA Championship in 2007. Notably, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets is his alma mater as he played tennis for them from 1985 to 1988 and won them their first individual ACC title.

Later, he took over the University of Florida men’s tennis program, guiding the Gators to their first NCAA title in 2021. The 59-year-old remains the only coach in NCAA history to win national championships in both men’s and women’s Division I tennis.

In 2023, the former World No. 55 took over Ben’s professional career and helped him reach new heights. Together, they aim for more success at the Australian Open 2025.

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Ben Shelton issued a challenge to his father-coach Bryan after his win over Lorenzo Musetti at the Australian Open

Ben Shelton with his father Bryan at the 2025 Australian Open - Source: Getty

Ben Shelton's impressive campaign at the 2025 Australian Open began with a commanding straight-sets victory over Brandon Nakashima. He followed it up with a four-set win against Pablo Carreno Busta and then stunned 16th seed Lorenzo Musetti in the third round. After his win over Musetti, Shelton shared a humorous insight during his post-match interview about his father, Bryan Shelton.

"He's never let me play him. I don't think he ever will let me play, and I don't know if I had to guess it was probably 16 or 17. I wasn't too good as a junior. He always has the mental edge, so. He probably still thinks he can beat me, I mean, we can come out on this court and run it right now," he said.

In the fourth round, Ben Shelton faced 38-year-old Gael Monfils in an entertaining battle. The French veteran retired after falling 2-1 down in sets, and the match ended with a heartfelt display of respect between the two players.

With that victory, Shelton advanced to the quarterfinals, where he will face Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego, continuing his deep run at the tournament.