The Indian Wells semi-final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Draper promises to be a captivating encounter, showcasing two players at the peak of their form. Alcaraz, the two-time defending champion, has been a dominant force at this tournament, boasting an impressive 16-match winning streak. His mastery of the slow, high-bouncing hard courts at Indian Wells has made him a formidable opponent, and he has yet to drop a set in this year’s competition. The Spaniard’s ability to adapt to the conditions and execute precise shot selection has been key to his success.
On the other side of the net, Jack Draper has been a revelation in this tournament. The British player has reached his first ATP Masters 1000 semi-final, overcoming a series of tough opponents, including Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton, without losing a set. Draper’s powerful serve and aggressive forehand have been his standout weapons, and his composure under pressure has been remarkable. This match represents a significant milestone in Draper’s career, as he aims to break into the ATP Top 10 rankings with a victory.
The head-to-head record between Alcaraz and Draper currently favors the Spaniard, who has won three of their four previous encounters. However, Draper’s sole victory came on grass at the Queen’s Club Championships in 2024, demonstrating his ability to challenge Alcaraz in the right conditions. While the slow hard courts of Indian Wells may tilt the balance in Alcaraz’s favor, Draper’s recent form suggests he is more than capable of pushing the defending champion to his limits.
This semi-final clash is not just a battle for a place in the final but also a meeting of two players who represent the future of men’s tennis. Alcaraz, with his four Grand Slam titles, has already established himself as one of the sport’s brightest stars, while Draper is rapidly emerging as a force to be reckoned with. Their contrasting styles and shared determination to succeed make this match a must-watch for tennis fans around the world.
Alcaraz in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2025
Ranked no.3, the Spaniard has achieved a composed 15-2 record in 2025. The Spaniard is playing in Indian Wells where he managed to beat Unknown Player bye, the world no.59 Quentin Halys 6-4 6-2, the world no.28 Denis Shapovalov 6-2 6-4, the world no.15 Grigor Dimitrov 6-1 6-1 and the world no.26 Francisco Cerundolo 6-3 7-6(4).
Carlos Alcaraz will take on the world no.14 Jack Draper in the semifinal. Their actual head to head record is 3-1 for Alcaraz.
The Spaniard conquered 1 title in 2025 in Rotterdam.
The Spaniard won 18 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Draper in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2025
WWWWLWWWWL Currently ranked no.14, Jack has managed to achieve a 11-2 win-loss record in 2025. Jack is now having a run in Indian Wells where he ousted Unknown Player bye, the world no.80 Joao Fonseca 6-4 6-0, Jenson Brooksby 7-5 6-4, the world no.4 Taylor Fritz 7-5 6-4 and the world no.12 Ben Shelton 6-4 7-5.
Jack Draper will face the world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinal. Their actual record is 3-1 for Alcaraz.
The Brit was the finalist in Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open).
Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Draper played each other 4 times. Their current head to head is 3-1 for Alcaraz.
