Jack Draper defeats Carlos Alcaraz to enter ATP Masters final

In a significant tennis match held at the Indian Wells Open, Jack Draper from Britain secured victory against Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending champion in a semi-final match on March 16, 2025. Draper's win in a dramatic three-set match, where he posted scores of 6-1, 0-6, 6-4, allowed him to advance to the final while also marking his entry into the world's top ten rankings for the first time in his career. Draper entered the match with confidence, having won against Alcaraz in their previous encounters, but the Spaniard led the head-to-head record. The match started with Draper displaying exceptional skill, taking advantage of Alcaraz's uncharacteristic errors, particularly in the first set where Alcaraz accumulated 13 unforced errors. Draper quickly capitalized on this to take a commanding lead, securing the first set in a swift 23 minutes. However, Alcaraz responded aggressively in the second set. After breaking Draper’s serve early, he dominated the set, handing Draper a scoreless defeat - marking the first time Draper had experienced a
;bagel' in a match on the main tour. The momentum shifted back to Draper in the deciding third set, where he regained his composure and after a crucial video review moment, he broke Alcaraz's serve to take a 2-1 lead. The victory was a remarkable achievement for Draper, showcasing his resilience and improvement as a player, especially considering he had faced injuries in his previous encounters with Alcaraz. As Draper heads into the final against Holger Rune, this victory not only signifies a potential turning point in his career but also highlights his position among the elite tennis players in the world.