Jack Draper has secured his spot in the semi-finals of a Grand Slam for the first time with an impressive victory over Australia’s Alex de Minaur at the US Open. The British No. 1 demonstrated his poise in front of a New York crowd, winning in straight sets with a scoreline of 6-3, 7-5, 6-2, and notably progressing through the tournament without dropping a set.
Draper showcased powerful play throughout the match, overcoming a minor hiccup in the second set to assert his dominance. Meanwhile, De Minaur, despite being the tenth seed, struggled significantly and couldn’t match Draper’s firepower, potentially hampered by a lingering hip issue that had previously caused him to withdraw from Wimbledon.
With this victory, Draper became the first British man to reach the US Open semi-finals since Andy Murray’s triumph in 2012. Draper is set to face either Jannik Sinner or Daniil Medvedev in the upcoming match.
During his post-match interview, Draper expressed excitement about his performance and the achievement, citing his solid fitness and acknowledging De Minaur’s skill as a fighter. He looked forward to watching the match between Sinner and Medvedev, eager to enjoy his victory before continuing his quest in the tournament.
Draper’s performance in New York has drawn attention, marking him as a bright prospect for British tennis as he aims to match the success of his idol, Andy Murray, on the grand stage.