Jack Draper has stormed into the US Open semifinals, winning 15 consecutive sets and dazzling fans with his powerful groundstrokes and rocket serves. However, his stellar form hasn’t been the only thing catching fans’ attention. The British No. 1 has also become the subject of some light-hearted mockery over his choice of attire—specifically his oversized purple Nike shirts.
During his dominant 6-3, 7-5, 6-2 victory against Alex de Minaur, Draper’s baggy shirts appeared to be several sizes too big, constantly flapping around as he played. This led to playful jabs from fans, who took to social media to share their thoughts.
“Draper needs to wear a shirt that’s 2-3 sizes smaller,” one X user joked during Draper’s third-round win.
Others chimed in with humor, with one fan tweeting, “The key to Jack Draper’s success is not about serving… The key is wearing shirts that are 3x his size. Dress big to win big…”
Draper’s unexpected fashion choice has sparked a debate, but some fans believe his oversized kit might be a good-luck charm. Another fan even claimed, “Unpopular opinion: Jack Draper has the best #USOpen kit on the men’s side. The oversized shirt and colors work.”
Despite the jokes, Draper’s focus remains sharp as he looks ahead to his semifinal clash with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, hoping to turn his US Open run into his first Grand Slam title.
“I don’t care about the shirt size,” Draper joked in a press conference. “As long as I’m winning, I’ll keep wearing it!”
Draper at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2024
Ranked world no.25 (career-high), Jack has achieved a composed 30-17 win-loss record in 2024. Draper is currently competing at the U.S. Open where he ousted 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 face the world no.364 Lucas Poullain in the final. Their current head to head is 2-0 for Poullain.
Draper has won 1 title in 2024 in Stuttgart. The Brit reached the final in Adelaide (Adelaide International).
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