Thursday night this week hit different. The 22-year-old talent, long lauded as America’s next big tennis star, has proven the backing behind him this season, having made the semis in Melbourne and then the quarters at Wimbledon. This time, however, he wasn’t ready to end up with yet another deep run; he stretched his campaign all the way long while capturing a maiden ATP Masters 1000 trophy. And the reactions after his glory? Well, they have been pouring in, with the likes of compatriot Coco Gauff giving Shelton massive shout outs.

After Shelton bested Russia’s Karen Khachanov in an intense three-setter on the Centre Court, two-time slam queen Gauff lauded him saying “big time”. Moreover, Australian Open winner Madison Keys also appreciated the ATP pro’s remarkable feat. Not only that, Shelton’s girlfriend and soccer star Trinity Rodman also couldn’t hold back. “You are so inspirational I’ve never been filled with this much joy,” she wrote, sharing a picture of her beau on her Instagram stories. Even NBA icon Anthony Edwards commended him and wrote, “Yessirski 🔥🔥” It was only natural that Shelton would get the sibling seal of approval as well.

Just hours ago, the youngster shared a post featuring a string of pictures from his victory in Toronto on Thursday, in one of which he was seen proudly posing with the trophy next to his father, Bryan. Failing to resist her emotions over her brother’s milestone, Emma Shelton simply wrote, “So proud of u kid”