Jack Draper shines with victory over defending champion Carlos Alcaraz
- British number one Jack Draper secured an impressive win over Carlos Alcaraz.
- Andy Murray sees potential in Draper's ability to succeed at the highest level of tennis.
- Draper's victory cements his position as a rising star in British tennis.
British No1 Jack Draper continued his impressive form on grass by defeating the world No2 and defending champion at Queen’s with a 7-6, 6-3 victory. This win capped off a stellar week for Draper, who had just secured his maiden ATP title in Stuttgart and became the new British No1. Draper expressed that his success was not overnight but the result of years of hard work and sacrifices. He credited his improved performance to playing with less fear, going after the ball more, and playing to win rather than waiting for opponents to make mistakes. By defeating Alcaraz and ending his 13-match winning streak on grass, Draper made history as the first British player to defeat the top seed at Queen’s since 1972. His coach, Dan Evans, praised Draper's dedication to the sport and predicted that he has the potential to reach the top of the world rankings. Draper himself acknowledged the influence of Andy Murray on his career and expressed his excitement for the future.