BBC Sport · Mar 22, 2025
Draper shocked by Mensik in Miami Open second round
Image caption, Jack Draper has risen to a career-high seventh in the world rankingsBritish number one Jack Draper lost in straight sets to Jakub Mensik at the Miami Open in his first match since lifting the Indian Wells title.
The 23-year-old, who has risen to a career-high seventh in the world rankings, was beaten 7-6 (7-2) 7-6 (7-3) by his Czech opponent in the second round.
Draper made a fine start, breaking Mensik with the first game of the match, but the 19-year-old levelled at 3-3 and was on top from then on.
The world number 54 sent down 21 aces, including four in taking the first-set tie-break.