Jack Draper, in his interview with The Telegraph, emphasized his humble approach to fame and wealth despite his significant tennis earnings. With a career prize money total exceeding $4.5 million, Draper noted that he is not materialistic, stating, “I still drive a second-hand Polo. I’m not materialistic. I don’t find who I am or what I do very impressive.” This down-to-earth attitude highlights Draper’s focus on his craft rather than the external rewards of his success.
He also mentioned how he doesn’t like to talk about his tennis achievements when meeting people, keeping his personal life separate from his professional one. Draper believes that being constantly surrounded by tennis and the lifestyle it brings has helped him maintain a grounded perspective on his career.
On the tennis side, Draper discussed his approach to playing and his development as a player. He revealed that working with former coach Wayne Ferreira helped him become more aggressive, though Draper still found a balance between incorporating first-strike tennis and sticking to his own strengths. “Wayne wanted me to try and be braver, play first-strike tennis sort of thing. And I suppose I needed that, but at the same time, I needed to understand that that’s not the player I am as well. I’m not a John Isner,” he explained.
Draper shared that one of his key attributes is his movement for his size, which has been crucial to his success. He emphasized that improving his game isn’t about radical changes but rather slight adjustments, such as stepping in on more returns or trying serve-and-volley tactics when appropriate.
This thoughtful approach to his game and life shows how Draper is balancing the pressures of being a top ATP player while staying true to himself, both on and off the court. After his withdrawal from the 2025 United Cup, Draper is now preparing for his return at the Australian Open, hoping to showcase his improved game while continuing to embody the same humility that has defined his career so far.
Jack Draper in 2024
Ranked world no.15 (career-high), the Brit played his last match on the 31st of October when he was overcome by world no.9 Alex De Minaur 5-7 6-2 6-3 in the 3rd round in Paris (draw).
This season Jack owns a composed 39-22 record. Jack clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Stuttgart and Vienna. Jack got to the final in Adelaide.
Jack Draper will come up against the world no.456 Lucas Poullain in the final. Their actual head to head record is 2-0 for Poullain.
The Brit has won 2 titles in 2024 in Stuttgart and Vienna. Draper reached the final in Adelaide (Adelaide International).
Jack Draper |
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