World No. 4 tennis player Taylor Fritz was defeated by Ben Shelton in the semi-finals of the 2025 National Bank Open Presented by Rogers. The match, held in Canada, ended with scores of 4-6, 3-6, marking an intense finish to Fritz’s run in the tournament. Despite the loss, Shelton advanced to his first ATP Masters 1000 final, showcasing his emerging talent.
Fritz, who has earned 10 ATP Tour singles titles, has reached a significant milestone in his career as the first American to qualify for the quarterfinals in all nine ATP Masters 1000 events. His performance throughout the Canadian Open maintained his reputation as a formidable competitor on tour.
Morgan Riddle openly supports Sabrina Carpenter’s latest album amid Fritz’s tournament
Amid Taylor Fritz’s challenging tournament exit, his girlfriend Morgan Riddle shared her enthusiasm for Sabrina Carpenter‘s upcoming album, titled ‘Man’s Best Friend’. The album is set to release on August 29, coinciding with the closing period of the US Open, which runs from August 24 to September 7. Riddle expressed her thoughts via Instagram stories, writing,
“she’s doing this for us~~”
Sabrina Carpenter, a two-time Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and actress, is releasing her seventh studio album following the success of her Grammy-winning project ‘Short n’ Sweet’ from the previous year. However, ‘Man’s Best Friend’ has attracted controversy due to its reportedly derogatory and misogynistic themes, according to reports by Teen Vogue.
Morgan Riddle describes the strengths of her relationship with Taylor Fritz
On June 30, Morgan Riddle spoke with People Magazine about the dynamics of her relationship with Taylor Fritz, highlighting their ability to balance personal space and togetherness during extensive travel.
“We travel so well together, which people always ask me, ‘How do you guys spend that much time in a hotel room together without wanting to rip each other’s heads off? But we get along really well, which is why I think we’ve been able to make it work the last couple years.”
She also mentioned,
“Both of us are very focused on what we’re doing. I’m not always like, ‘When are you coming back to the room?’ I’m out doing things or meeting people which I think is good that we’re very much immersed in each other, but also have our own things going on no matter where we are.”
Riddle continues to cultivate a successful career as an influencer and media personality, maintaining a strong presence with a large following across her social media platforms.
Implications of Fritz’s Canadian Open exit and Riddle’s public support for Carpenter
Taylor Fritz’s loss at the Canadian Open represents a setback in a critical phase leading up to the US Open, an event in which many tennis players aim to peak. As Fritz prepares for upcoming tournaments, the stability of his personal support system, including Morgan Riddle’s presence, could play a vital role in his focus and morale.
Meanwhile, Riddle’s vocal support for Sabrina Carpenter’s provocative album adds a cultural layer to the narrative surrounding Fritz’s professional journey. With Carpenter’s new release stirring conversations about artistic boundaries and controversy, the intersection of sports, personal relationships, and music highlights the multifaceted environment in which modern athletes and their partners navigate public attention.