British player Jack Draper knocked out by Dutch Jesper De Jong at French Open
- 22-year-old British tennis player Jack Draper faced a surprising defeat at the French Open.
- He was beaten by Dutch qualifier Jesper De Jong, currently ranked 176th in the world.
- The loss came as a shock to many who considered Draper a favorite in the match.
Jack Draper, a British tennis player, lost a match at the French Open to Jesper De Jong, a player ranked lower than him. Draper was expected to win, but he lost in five sets after playing for over four hours. He struggled during the match but managed to win a set and take the lead in another. However, a rain delay interrupted the game. Draper had only played one other five-set match before, where he felt sick afterward. Draper was upset after receiving a penalty and making a crucial mistake that cost him the match. He admitted to feeling frustrated but acknowledged that he needs to improve his serve. He is working with his coaches, including a new coach, to make his serve more consistent. Draper is determined to enhance his performance and regain his confidence on the court.