Jack Draper reaches second round at Wimbledon after surviving five-set test – reaction
Draper Honors Murray's Legacy
I owe a lot to Andy for helping me get to where I am today. He is hilarious, authentic, and truly unique. He is an incredible competitor and champion, and I am so grateful for everything he has done for me. Thank you, Andy.
I had a great time playing in front of you all. I was disappointed that I couldn't play here last year, so I missed being able to perform for you. I'm sure you were hoping to see Andy play, but you had to settle for me instead.
Draper expresses gratitude to the audience.
Wow, you all were amazing. I really enjoy performing in front of a large crowd. Thank you so much, your presence really boosted my confidence. There were some tense moments, but your support meant a lot to me and kept me going.
Exciting Thursday At Wimbledon
In just two days, there are not only going to be a General Election, but also two Battle of Britain games.
The matchup between Harriet Dart and Katie Boulter will be followed by a match between Cameron Norrie and Jack Draper.
Draper's Victorious Moment: Watch Now!
Draper Wins Against Ymer In Five Sets
Draper scored two aces in a row to kick off the game. He only needs two more points to win.
Ymer hits a forehand shot, giving Draper three opportunities to win the match. Draper follows up with a winning backhand shot! Draper wins the game, set, and match!
Draper Beats Ymer In Five-set Thriller
Ymer needs to maintain his serve in order for Draper to have to win the game on his own serve.
However, the top British player begins the match on a positive note, making aggressive moves towards the net and securing a point with a backhand volley. Ymer then follows up with a shot that goes long, putting him at a disadvantage with a score of 0-30.
Draper hits the forehand too hard and the ball goes out. Then he misses the backhand shot, going long, tying the score at 30-30.
Ace number 13 for Ymer, score is 40-30. Draper moves towards the net, attempts a delicate drop volley but hits the net instead.
Can Draper do what is necessary?
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 4-6, 5-2
Credit to Draper, he is not showing any negative effects from the last game and successfully holds his serve, only allowing his opponent to win 15 points.
He is just one game away now.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Five-set Thriller
Draper pulls Ymer towards the net and attempts a backhand pass, but unfortunately misses the shot wide. Score is now 30-0. It was not a great shot.
Ymer made his seventh double fault, followed by hitting a forehand shot out, giving Draper a chance to make a comeback in the game. Ymer then made another error with a hurried forehand shot, giving Draper a break point opportunity at 30-40.
Draper hits his backhand too hard and the ball goes out, tying the score at deuce. Ymer's forehand goes into the net. This gives Draper a chance to break his opponent's serve. Will he be able to take advantage of this opportunity?
No, he is unable to do it. Draper's forehand return goes long. However, he gets another opportunity to break when Ymer hits a long forehand shot.
Wow! Ymer is on fire. Draper is staying put. The score is back to being equal. Draper now has a fourth chance to break after a powerful backhand shot that Ymer couldn't handle. This is his opportunity to make a move.
No, he is unable to do it. Once more, he attempts a second serve backhand return but makes a terrible mistake and hits the net.
Ymer hits an impressive forehand winner and manages to stay in the game. How will Draper respond to this? He might feel like he should have been the one serving to win the match by now.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 4-6, 4-1
Draper serves two aces in a row, putting him ahead 40-0. He tries to hit a forehand around the net post, but the ball lands just outside the court.
He successfully lands another initial serve that Ymer is unable to return, resulting in him maintaining his lead.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Five-set Battle
Impressive and forceful play from Draper and Ymer gets a defensive forehand, putting the score at 0-30. Draper hits a deep return, causing Ymer to make a mistake with his footwork and hit a wide forehand. This gives Draper three chances to break Ymer's serve.
Ymer made a mistake by serving two faults in a row. This was his sixth fault of the match. Draper takes advantage and breaks Ymer's serve.
Draper Wins 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 4-6, 2-1 Over Ymer
Ymer struggled with mistakes in the game. Three missed shots in a row from his backhand gave Draper a 40-0 lead, and he sealed the game with a powerful ace. It was a smooth and comfortable finish for Draper.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Five-set Battle
Ymer began the fifth set just like he ended the fourth. He is hitting the ball with confidence and making Draper move around the court. The British player appears a bit uneasy on the court.
Players' Well-being Is Not A Priority
Dan Evans, who is behind in the match against Alejandro Tabilo by one set, is complaining about the conditions on Court 12. He believes that the match should be paused due to the slick and wet surface.
"I got injured on a wet court before this season, and I don't want it to happen again," he said to the person in charge of the court. He also mentioned, "You don't seem to care about the well-being of the players."
Draper Wins Final Set Against Ymer
It didn't take much time for Draper to have a setback, but after a brief pause, he is back in action on Centre Court. Will Draper be able to gather himself and get back in his groove? Or will Ymer pull off a surprising win on the second day?
Draper has a strong start, easily winning his service game. It seems like his serve will play a crucial role in this set.
"Roof Closing Soon"
The players decided to close the roof after finishing the set, so they both exited the court.
This game will be completed in the evening. Thrilling.
Draper Beats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 4-6
Draper got off to a great start with a powerful cross-court backhand winner. The shot was full of intensity. Ymer's fifth double fault of the match puts him at 0-30.
Ymer hits the ball hard toward the outer lines of the court and now the score is 0-40. Ymer manages to save the first point with a powerful serve that his opponent, Draper, can't return. He then saves the second point in a similar manner. A very important point is approaching.
Ymer showed his skill in tennis by hitting a powerful serve for his 10th ace, tying the score at deuce. With a strong backhand shot, Ymer put Draper on the defensive, earning himself a set point.
Ymer started off the game with a strong serve, followed by a quick return by Draper. Ymer effortlessly finished the point with a forehand shot to win the set, leading to a final set to determine the winner.
Draper Beats Ymer In Four Sets
Draper made a mistake with his serve, giving Ymer a chance to score. Ymer hit a great shot with his forehand, putting Draper in a tough position. With two break points on the line, both players engaged in a lengthy rally, each determined not to make an error. Draper attempted a forehand approach, but it wasn't enough, allowing Ymer to win the point with a backhand shot.
Ymer will be the next one to serve and potentially take the match to a fifth set.
Draper Wins Against Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 6-3, 4-4
Ymer got new tennis balls to serve with during the game. They helped him win points, reaching a score of 30-15. He served well, followed by a powerful backhand shot down the line, earning him a score of 40-15. Ymer successfully held his serve as Draper's forehand shot went out of bounds.
We are now approaching the critical point of this set. One break will determine the outcome.
Draper Beats Ymer In Four Sets
Quick affection gripped by Draper. Ymer seemed a bit tired in my opinion. This could be Draper's opportunity to make a move in the following game if he can remain calm.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Four Sets
Offense has been the focus in today's game, with both players hitting a significant number of winners. I predict that the total number of winners will surpass 100 by the conclusion of this match.
Ymer manages to maintain his position despite being bombarded by Draper.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Four Sets
Draper's initial serve is showcasing its strength once more as he manages to withstand some intense moments from Ymer. The percentage of successful first serves he is hitting is steadily increasing, indicating a positive sign for the remainder of the game.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Four Sets
Ymer made an inaccurate forehand shot after a strong return by Draper, putting him at a 15-30 disadvantage. However, he quickly recovered by playing aggressively, taking control of the point with his forehand and ultimately winning it.
His eighth successful serve puts him ahead 40-30 and he wins the game when Draper makes an error hitting a backhand shot into the net.
Draper Beats Ymer In Four Sets
Ymer returns with a strong forehand, scoring 15-30. Draper has scored 36 winning shots, while Ymer has scored 33. Draper's 28th mistake brings the score to 15-40.
Draper makes an excellent save on the first point after Ymer misses a forehand return. He secures the second point with a great shot at the net, hitting an angled forehand volley winner.
However, Ymer has another opportunity to break when Draper is not in the right place on the court and hits a backhand shot that goes wide.
Draper's forehand hits the net but luckily lands on Ymer's side. His first serve helps him escape trouble and he wins the point.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Four Sets
Ymer has regained his energy and is now putting Draper on the defensive, forcing him to reevaluate his strategy once more.
Draper remains calm and seizes an opportunity after Ymer makes a mistake with his backhand shot. Draper takes control of the point and hits a backhand shot that lands perfectly on the sideline. Ymer questions the call, but the replay shows that the ball was clearly in bounds. Hawkeye confirms the correct call.
Draper quickly responds with a break of his own.
Draper Beats Ymer In Four Sets
Draper is dominating this match. His serve has gotten stronger, giving him more opportunities to move towards the net and play aggressively.
However, he became comfortable and lost his lead, going from 40-15 to facing a break point situation as Ymer scored with a powerful forehand shot.
Draper successfully serves the ball, but Ymer impressively hits it back with a great return. Draper then hits a backhand shot into the net.
Ymer bursts. Ready to play?
Draper Beats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 6-3
Ymer hits a backhand shot into the net, putting him behind 0-30. Draper earns a chance to break when Ymer makes a mistake with his backhand. Ymer celebrates with a fist pump after saving the break point with a forehand winner.
Draper has another opportunity to win the set, but he makes a mistake with his forehand shot. This is his third chance, and he is able to successfully win the set this time.
Ymer hits a slow second serve, giving Draper the perfect opportunity to hit a powerful forehand winner down the line and win the set.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Three Sets
Draper kicks off this game with fresh tennis balls, which should help him serve with more power. He takes advantage of this opportunity by mixing up his shots well and keeping Ymer on his toes. He easily holds his serve to further solidify his lead.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Close Match
Ymer seemed to have the advantage at 40-15, but three mistakes in a row changed the course of the game completely. Now he is in danger of losing his serve.
Ymer's second serve is returned by Draper with a forehand that hits the net. It was a weak shot and he should have just focused on getting the ball back in play.
Ymer hits the ball into the net, giving Draper another chance to break his serve. Draper shouts "Come on" as Ymer's backhand goes out, giving him another break.
That game was quite bizarre. Ymer must be feeling very irritated by the outcome.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Thrilling Match
Draper hits an unlucky shot and scores a backhand. Ymer now has a chance to win the point.
Draper smashes a backhand shot across the court, Ymer races to retrieve it and delivers a forehand winner along the line. The most impressive shot of the game.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 3-2
Ymer enthusiastically pumps his fist towards his team's area as he manages to hold onto the score of 30, keeping pace with Draper. The sun's rays are shining brightly off the stadium roof, creating a stunning reflection. Henman Hill is filled with activity and excitement.
Wimbledon is the ultimate destination!
Draper Defeats Ymer In Three Sets
Important moment tied at 30 points each. Draper's forehand shot is good, but it gives Ymer an opportunity to hit a forehand down the line. Unfortunately, the shot goes wide and Ymer is visibly disappointed by the mistake.
Impressive move by Draper as he executes a drop shot, causing Ymer to move towards the net. Draper follows up with a lob over Ymer's head, making it impossible for him to reach the ball despite his attempts.
Andy Murray must have been thrilled with that perfectly placed lob.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 6-3, 2-1
Draper is aiming to break Ymer's serve again and brings the game to a tie at 30-30. Ymer manages to ace at the right moment, bringing the score to 40-30 and securing a point in this set when Draper makes a mistake with a forehand shot.
Draper Defeats Ymer In Thrilling Match
Draper wins the game easily when Ymer makes a mistake with his backhand. The Briton is looking very confident right now.
Draper Wins Third Set In Close Match
Draper begins the third set strong, continuing his impressive performance from the last set. He is starting to show the same skill that he displayed on the grass court. Ymer's game has taken a hit and a double fault by Ymer gives Draper the break he needs.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 6-3!
Draper wins a point when Ymer hits a forehand that goes long. Draper then wins another point when Ymer misses a backhand shot into the net.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 5-3
Ymer is taking care of business and forcing Draper to finish out the set. Will the Briton start to feel the pressure?
Draper Defeats Ymer In 3 Sets
Wayne Ferreira, the coach of Draper, gave a approving nod as he held his position, getting closer to winning the set.
Boulter Passes Tough First Round Test
Katie Boulter faced a long and challenging match against Germany's Tatjana Maria and managed to come out victorious. She will now move on to the second round where she will be facing her fellow countrywoman, Harriet Dart.
The top British player had a tough beginning, losing the first three games. However, she displayed determination as she fought her way back into the match and ultimately won with a score of 7-6, 7-5.
Boulter successfully secured her Nottingham Open title again, with the support of a large crowd on Court 3. Her Australian tennis player boyfriend, Alex de Minaur, also added to the excitement by cheering her on.
She won an exciting tiebreak in the first set and then remained calm and strategized to navigate through the challenges posed by the German player's strong top-spin game during a match that lasted more than two hours.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 4-2
Ymer maintains a firm grip on his game and is eager to challenge Draper's serve.
Draper Wins Against Ymer In 3-6, 4-1
Just as Draper was about to take control of the match, he allowed Ymer to make a comeback, falling to 0-40.
Draper makes a great save on the first point as Ymer misses a defensive forehand. He secures the second point with an unreturned first serve. And on the third point, he uses a classic serve and volley to win the game.
Draper wins two quick points with his serve and continues to hold onto his lead in the game.
Draper Defeats Ymer 3-6, 3-1
Next up is Draper on the court. He was fortunate when his shot hit the net and fell on Ymer's side of the court.
Ymer hits a forehand shot which goes out of bounds, making the score 0-40. Ymer then serves a double fault, allowing Draper to break his serve.
Draper Wins Over Ymer In 3-6, 2-1
Draper gave Ymer a sharp look as he quickly held on to love. It seemed like Draper was trying to play some mental games, but Ymer wasn't backing down. Draper must come up with a new strategy, as Ymer is playing confidently and fearlessly.
Draper Loses To Ymer 3-6, 1-1
Ymer is on fire with his shots right now. If he has ever played better than this before, I would be amazed. He easily wins the game without dropping a point.
Draper Leads 3-6, 1-0 Ymer With Ymer To Serve
Draper must have a strong service game to regain his composure, but Ymer is continuing to challenge him and brings the score to 30-30.
But Draper finally scores his first point of the match, securing his position. Now, he must focus on returning Ymer's serve.
In the first set, the Swede wins without losing any games, as Draper hits a backhand shot out. A big surprise is starting to happen on the main court.
Draper's service game was not up to par, giving Ymer an opportunity to break. Ymer took advantage with a powerful return on Draper's weak second serve. Though Draper managed to return the ball, it was not enough as Ymer sealed the break with a well-placed forehand winner.
Ymer appears confident and calm on Centre Court. He is not intimidated at all and is optimistic about his chances of causing an upset.
Draper is starting to get into a groove with his serving now. It's a bit unexpected that he hasn't hit any aces yet. Ymer is managing to get 76 percent of his returns in play, which is impressive given Draper's strong serving abilities.
Ymer's fans are standing up and cheering for him as he wins without losing any points. He's playing very well with no unnecessary complications.
Draper has regained his momentum with a flawless service game. He has only landed 58 percent of his first serves, which is a number he should strive to improve.
Props to Ymer. He's really showing up and doesn't seem to be affected by the crowd's bias.
He is currently at 30 points. Draper may face some challenges based on the outcomes of the previous games.
Draper has been dominating the grass court season with authority and he unleashes a 130mph first serve that is too powerful for Ymer to handle.
Draper increases his lead to 40-15 with a forehand shot that wins the point. He then attempts a tricky shot between his legs, but unfortunately messes it up, making the score 40-30.
The forehand shot from Draper hits the net, resulting in a tie. Following that, he sends a backhand shot way beyond the baseline. It seems like the Briton is struggling to maintain his concentration.
And Ymer gets revenge on him. He starts with a strong serve, but Ymer responds with an even better return. Although Draper manages to hit a good drop volley, Ymer takes advantage of the ball sitting up nicely and makes a strong forehand shot down the line to break back right away.
Jack Draper Takes Lead Against Elias Ymer
Great shot by Draper to win the point and move ahead 15-30. It's obvious that he has a powerful baseline game.
Ymer's approach shot lacks power, allowing Draper to hit a strong forehand at his feet. Ymer struggles to control his drop volley attempt, resulting in a loss of two points, making the score 15-40.
Draper continues to hit powerful shots with the big ball, while Ymer sends a forehand shot out of bounds, resulting in a break of serve. A great beginning for the top British player.
Draper Absent From BBC One Or Two
With the European Championship game between the Netherlands and Romania airing on One and Katie Boulter on Two, the perfect place to keep up with the action is here!
Centre Court Roof Opening
The roof that has been shut all day is finally being opened. The weather forecast predicts clear skies for the evening, so the roof will only be closed again if the match lasts a long time.
The two athletes only faced off once before. This happened in 2019 during a Challenger tournament in Helsinki.
Many things have been different since that time, and Draper is now considered the top choice for tonight's competition.
Draper: Ready To Replace Murray
Jack Draper confidently states that he is prepared to take on the role of the next top player in British men's tennis, following in the footsteps of Andy Murray. He is gearing up to kick off his Wimbledon journey.
The top British player is feeling very confident as he prepares for this year's Championships. He had a successful few weeks, winning his first ATP title at the Stuttgart Open and defeating the Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz at Queen's in a remarkable match.
After his impressive performances recently, the tennis player from Sutton is being seen as a strong contender at the prestigious All England Club. This is the first time in his career that he has been given a high seeding at a major tournament, ranked 28th.
In this year's Wimbledon, Murray will be playing his final tournament before retiring. However, Draper believes he is prepared to become the next rising star in British tennis.
"I really want to continue Andy's legacy," Draper said. He will be playing against Swedish qualifier Elias Ymer in his first-round match. "I believe I can achieve what Andy did for British tennis if I work hard, make the right decisions, surround myself with the right people, and continue to improve. I'm staying focused on taking it one match and one day at a time. Just like Andy said, I'm concentrating on the process, not the end result."
Draper made a big impression on British tennis fans when he won a set against Novak Djokovic at his first Wimbledon tournament three years ago. Back then, he was ranked as the 253rd best player in the world.
The 22-year-old's impressive victory over Spanish player Alcaraz in the second round at Queen's was the highlight of his young career so far. Despite facing a three-time grand slam champion, he was able to overpower him with his powerful serves. This win comes after a challenging year filled with injuries for the young player.
This means that Draper will be a focus of attention at Wimbledon, but he has discovered how to come out on top during crucial moments after not winning in two consecutive ATP finals earlier in the year.
He was defeated in his first ATP final at the Sofia Open last November against Adrian Mannarino, and then faced a similar outcome at the Adelaide International in January.
Both incidents gave him a mental boost and prepared him for his victory in Stuttgart, where he defeated former Wimbledon runner-up Matteo Berrettini in the final.
Draper expressed that winning his first title was a significant achievement for him. It gave him more confidence and made him feel less like an outsider in the competition.
To be a successful player, you must win competitions. Therefore, when I arrived in Queens, I was aware that facing Alcaraz would be a difficult challenge. However, I had confidence in my abilities as I had recently defeated Berrettini and other tough opponents.
Outside of the tennis court, Draper is known for his work as a model. He appeared in a prominent fashion magazine after winning the Stuttgart Open and is signed with IMG modeling agency. Despite his success in modeling, Draper is focused on following in the footsteps of Murray and is determined not to let his modeling career distract him from his goals on the court.
"I aspire to become an exceptional athlete, aiming to reach the ranks of the best players globally. I am aware that achieving this goal will bring me a great deal of recognition and chances to establish my own personal brand both on and off the tennis court," he explained. "My primary focus has always been tennis, and that will never change."
