In the Jack Draper press conference following his quarterfinal win at the 2024 US Open against Alex De Minaur, Draper shared his thoughts on the match, describing it as a solid experience despite being his first quarterfinal on Ash. He acknowledged Alex as a tough competitor and discussed the ups and downs of the game, but was proud of his serving and mental strength.
Draper also mentioned feeling something in his leg during the second set but managed to push through. Reflecting on his unexpected success, Draper expressed feeling supported by his team and remaining calm under pressure. He discussed how past injuries and setbacks had prepared him for this moment and emphasized the importance of focusing on his own game.
Draper also spoke about his friendship with Jannik Sinner and the importance of support in professional tennis, and shared past interactions with Andy Murray, acknowledging Murray’s advice but emphasizing personal experience. Overall, Draper expressed confidence in his abilities and a focus on taking things one day at a time.
Draper at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Now ranked no.25 (career-high), Draper owns a compiled 30-17 record in 2024. The Brit is playing at the U.S. Open where he beat the world no.41 Zhizhen Zhang 6-3 6-0 4-0 ret., the world no.64 Facundo Diaz Acosta 6-4 6-2 6-2, the world no.74 Botic Van De Zandschulp 6-3 6-4 6-2, the world no.39 Tomas Machac 6-3 6-1 6-2 and the world no.10 Alex De Minaur 6-3 7-5 6-2.
Jack Draper will come up against the world no.1 Jannik Sinner in the semifinal. Their actual head to head record is 1-0 for Draper.
The Brit conquered 1 title in 2024 in Stuttgart. Draper was the runner-up in Adelaide (Adelaide International).
