We're going to try to beat the hell out of each other, and the crowd will love it," says Tiafoe before facing Shelton
Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton will face off in Washington around 1 a.m., French time. The two friends will battle for a spot in the semifinals.
In a press conference, Tiafoe appeared eager and excited to take on Shelton: "I'm thrilled. We're really good friends. We played an amazing match last year at the US Open.
I think it was the best tennis we've ever played. He's a great player, a great friend of mine. We spend time together off the court.
I love this guy, but tomorrow, obviously, we won't be friends. We're going to try to beat the hell out of each other, and the crowd will love it.