Earlier this week, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic refused to do his regular on-court interview after his fourth-round win towards Jiri Lehecka following what he described as “insulting and offensive” feedback by Channel 9’s Tony Jones.
Jones shouted “Novak, he is over-rated, Novak’s a has-been, Novak kick him out” in the direction of Djokovic followers whereas reside on air on the Australian Open on Friday.
The Australian broadcaster has since apologised for his remarks however Shelton says that incident was not a one-off.
“I have been a bit bit shocked this week with how gamers have been handled by the broadcasters,” he stated.
“I do not suppose that [Djokovic being mocked] was only a single occasion. I’ve seen it with completely different individuals, not simply myself.”
Shelton additionally referred to an “embarrassing and disrespectful” on-court interview with 19-year-old American Learner Tien after his shock second-round victory towards fifth seed Daniil Medvedev.
The on-court interviewer advised Tien “19-year-olds aren’t meant to be that good” earlier than asking him if he had heard of his third-round opponent Corentin Moutet.
“I really feel like broadcasters must be serving to us develop our sport and assist these athletes who simply received matches on the largest stage take pleasure in one in all their greatest moments,” added Shelton.
“I really feel like there’s simply been a whole lot of negativity. I believe that is one thing that should change.”
BBC Sport has contacted Tennis Australia, which organises the Australian Open, for remark.