After an intense and closely contested match, Jenson Brooksby and Dan Evans offered a post-match moment that drew more attention than any rally. At the net, Brooksby extended the customary handshake with a polite, “Well played, good match.” But Evans, clearly frustrated with his own performance, responded bluntly: “Was it? It wasn’t from me.”
The brief exchange laid bare the emotional undercurrents that often simmer beneath the surface of elite competition. While Brooksby upheld the traditional gesture of sportsmanship, Evans’ response revealed a raw honesty that fans rarely hear aloud. His candor hinted at dissatisfaction not just with the outcome, but with his level of play.
Moments like this underline how competitive spirit and self-expectation can collide in unexpected ways. In a sport known for its decorum, such unscripted reactions remind viewers that these athletes are as human as they are driven. The coolness at the net wasn’t about rivalry—it was about standards, frustration, and the weight of personal expectation.
Daniel Evans in 2025
At the moment ranked no.170, the Brit played his last match on the 1st of January 1970 when he was overcome by world no.149 Jenson Brooksby 6-2 6-3 in the quarter in Eastbourne (draw).
This year the Brit has a compiled 15-18 win-loss record.
He is also scheduled to play in Wimbledon (Wimbledon). The main draw will start on the 30th of June.