Jack Draper Shines at Queen's Club with Commanding Win on Murray’s Court
It’s great to be talking about British tennis right now because Jack Draper is making serious noise on the grass courts of Queen’s Club. Returning to home soil and stepping onto the newly named Andy Murray Arena, Draper didn’t just meet expectations—he surpassed them with a calm, dominant 6-3, 6-1 win over Jenson Brooksby. That’s the kind of performance that doesn’t just get noticed, it gets remembered.
From the start, Draper was locked in. Playing under the heat of the London sun, with temperatures soaring around 26°C, he handled the sweltering conditions with poise. He took full control early, breaking Brooksby in the seventh game of the first set, and then again to close it out. In the second set, he wasted no time, breaking Brooksby’s serve immediately and staying aggressive even after a brief medical delay in the stands. There was no dip in focus—he stayed sharp and closed it out in style.
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What’s even more impressive is the context. Brooksby, despite his two-year absence from the tour due to injury and anti-doping violations, is no walkover. Yet Draper barely gave him room to breathe. He ironed out early errors, then shifted gears and never looked back. He even had a bit of a scare, crashing into the hoardings while chasing a point—but got right back up and sealed the set with authority. He signed off with a message that said it all: “Good to be home.”
And honestly, it’s more than just one match. Draper is clearly fueled by the home crowd, by being on a court that now bears Andy Murray’s name. After the match, he joked, “Can’t get rid of this guy,” in reference to Murray, but quickly followed with heartfelt praise, saying how much he owed to him. You can tell this means something more to him—this isn't just another tournament. This is a player who wants to follow in Murray’s footsteps, and with this level of confidence, he’s definitely on the right track.
Next up for Draper is a tricky encounter with Alexei Popyrin, a dangerous opponent in his own right. But if this opening performance is any indicator, Draper’s not here just to make up the numbers—he’s a real contender.
Oh, and while we’re talking about heavyweights, Carlos Alcaraz also moved through to the last 16, grinding out a tough win over Adam Walton. The Spaniard, fresh off that stunning French Open victory, looked a little sluggish at first—but pulled it together when it counted. He’s now racked up 14 wins in a row and isn’t slowing down.
But today belongs to Jack Draper. The British No. 1 has put everyone on notice: he’s back, he’s confident, and he’s ready to make a run on the grass. Wimbledon’s just around the corner—and the home fans may have someone new to believe in.
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