Carlos Alcaraz, the young tennis sensation, displayed not only his exceptional skills on the court but also his gracious sportsmanship after his semi-final match against Jack Draper at Indian Wells. Despite a hard-fought battle that ended in Draper’s favor, Alcaraz had nothing but admiration for his opponent. He praised Draper’s performance and acknowledged his rightful place among the top players in the world.
The match itself was a rollercoaster, with both players showcasing their strengths and resilience. Draper, known for his powerful serves and strategic play, managed to outlast Alcaraz in a thrilling three-set encounter. The victory marked a significant milestone for Draper, as it secured his entry into the ATP Top 10 rankings for the first time in his career.
Alcaraz’s words of encouragement and respect for Draper highlight the camaraderie and mutual admiration that often define the world of professional tennis. His acknowledgment of Draper’s achievement serves as a reminder of the sportsmanship that elevates the game beyond mere competition. Moments like these resonate with fans and players alike, emphasizing the values of respect and recognition in the sport.
Alcaraz said: “He deserves to be Top 10, to play a Masters 1000 final. He’s ready to stay there, to play for the big events for a long time.”
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
LWWWWLWWWW Currently ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 15th of March when he was defeated by world no.14 Jack Draper 6-1 0-6 6-4 in the semifinal in Indian Wells (draw).
This season Alcaraz has achieved an overall 15-3 match record. This year, Carlos conquered 1 title in Rotterdam.
Draper in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2025
WWWWWLWWWW Ranked no.14, the Brit achieved an overall 12-2 match record in 2025. The Brit is participating in Indian Wells where he bested 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, the world no.12 Ben Shelton 6-4 7-5 and the world no.3 Carlos Alcaraz 6-1 0-6 6-4.
Jack Draper will square off with the world no.13 Holger Rune in the final on Sunday at 2:00 pm on Stadium 1. Their head to head is 1-0 for Rune.
Jack was the finalist in Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open).
Carlos Alcaraz and Jack Draper faced off 5 times. The head to head is 3-2 for Alcaraz.
