British tennis star Jack Draper has stunned world number one Carlos Alcaraz, defeating him in straight sets to reach the Indian Wells final. The 23-year-old from Great Britain, who had never advanced beyond the Round of 16 at the tournament before, proved too strong for the back-to-back defending champion.
Draper’s dominant 6-1 win over Alcaraz was marked by a series of key moments, including a crucial break in the third set. The British player’s serve, which has been a source of strength throughout the tournament, gave him three aces and awarded him the first set in just 23 minutes.
Alcaraz, who had been on a 16-match winning streak at Indian Wells, struggled to find his rhythm. Despite having nine break point opportunities, he converted on only four, while Draper took advantage of five chances to take control.
Draper’s victory was met with excitement from the crowd, and he expressed relief, joy, and a sense of big emotion after the match. He will now face Denmark’s Holger Rune in the final, marking his first appearance at the Masters 1000 level.
The win marks a significant milestone for Draper, who has moved into the top 10 of the ATP rankings for the first time. With the victory, he has proved that he is a force to be reckoned with on the tennis court, and fans are eagerly anticipating his next match against Rune.
Source: https://eu.desertsun.com/story/sports/tennis/bnp/2025/03/15/jack-draper-stuns-carlos-alcaraz-to-reach-indian-wells-final/82452718007