# Shelton on small window against Alcaraz

> Shelton misses Paris Masters final chance, calls window small against Alcaraz.
- Title: Shelton on small window against Alcaraz · Tennis Majors
- Summary: Shelton misses Paris Masters final chance, calls window small against Alcaraz. Ben Shelton lost to Carlos Alcaraz in Paris Masters final, saying the match…
- Keywords: ben shelton, carlos alcaraz, rolex paris masters, atp, final, break points, first serve, Tennis Majors
- Source: Tennis Majors — https://tennismajors.com/atp/rolex-paris-masters-1000-atp/if-you-miss-your-chance-another-isnt-going-to-come-shelton-on-the-small-window-against-alcaraz-866437.html
- Published: 2026-11-08T19:22:56+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ben shelton, carlos alcaraz, rolex paris masters, atp, final, break points, first serve, sports
## Shelton loses Paris Masters final
Shelton lost to Alcaraz 7-6 (5), 7-5 in Paris Masters final.
## Shelton on missed break points
Shelton missed five of six break points, wishing he converted one to serve out first set.

> I had love-40 and then 15-40 in the first set, and I would have liked to convert one of those chances and give myself an opportunity to serve out that first set
## Shelton on small window
Shelton says window against top players is small: if you miss chance, another won't come.

> If you miss your chance, it’s likely that another isn’t going to come
## Shelton on first serve accuracy
Shelton was inaccurate on first serve, winning only 63% of points behind it.

> I wasn’t accurate on my first serve
## Shelton on Alcaraz's game
Shelton praised Alcaraz's speed, court movement and passing shots.

> He moves so well, gets to the open court so well, anticipates well and has great passing shots
## Shelton on indoor surface
Shelton struggles with indoor surfaces, adapting game style for fast courts.

> On this surface, those serves don’t jump as high, so they’re not as effective
## Shelton heads to ATP Finals
Shelton leaves Paris super hungry for ATP Finals in Turin.

> I’m super hungry and excited going into Turin
## Key takeaway

Ben Shelton lost to Carlos Alcaraz in Paris Masters final, saying the match window was small and he missed chances.