Jack Draper Dominates at Roland Garros, Marches into French Open Fourth Round
You’ve got to give it to Jack Draper—this guy is showing up and showing out. At this year's French Open, Draper made a bold and convincing statement by outclassing Brazil’s teenage sensation Joao Fonseca in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4, 6-2. Honestly, if there was any doubt about Draper being a genuine contender at a Grand Slam, especially on clay, it’s pretty much gone now.
Fonseca, just 18 and already making waves on the tour, came in with plenty of buzz. He’s got a lethal forehand and the kind of raw energy that draws fans from around the world. But from the moment the match kicked off, Draper didn’t let that hype faze him. In fact, he seemed to thrive on it. Calm, composed, and incredibly focused, Draper systematically dismantled Fonseca’s game with maturity beyond his 23 years.
The first set? Draper was clinical. He broke early, served well, and used his heavy forehand to push Fonseca deep and wide. The young Brazilian tried to counter with power, but Draper’s depth, timing, and smart shot selection left him scrambling. In just under 30 minutes, the Brit wrapped up the first set, setting the tone for what was to follow.
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The second set saw a bit more fight from Fonseca, who began to ride the energy from the vocal Brazilian crowd. But Draper, ever composed, broke at 4-3 and never looked back. Even when faced with break points late in the set, he held his nerve, saving two of them in the final game to take a commanding two-set lead.
By the third, Draper was in full control. He used a mix of aggressive baseline play and clever drop shots to keep Fonseca guessing. What stood out most was Draper's ability to absorb pressure and turn defence into offence with ease. His serve was locked in, and he barely gave Fonseca any breathing room.
And let’s not forget the bigger picture here—this is the first time since 1963 that two British men, Draper and Cameron Norrie, have reached the fourth round at Roland Garros. Draper’s rise has been swift, but it’s the polish in his game now that’s really impressive. He’s not just a powerful lefty anymore—he’s tactically sharp, confident under pressure, and increasingly consistent.
After struggling in night matches earlier in the tournament, Draper clearly benefited from faster daytime conditions. His forehand had more pop, his movement was crisp, and his court positioning was spot on. It all just clicked.
Next up for Draper is Kazakhstan’s Alexander Bublik—a tricky, unorthodox opponent—but if Draper brings this level again, he’s more than ready.
And as for Fonseca? Don’t count him out. He’s still young, raw, and learning. Draper himself said it best: “It’s going to be scary what he’s going to be able to achieve.” But for now, Draper’s the man making serious moves in Paris.
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