Jack Draper must learn to play with a target on his back as Wimbledon looms

Introduction

World No 5 looked crushed after his transformative clay swing ended in defeat against Alexander Bublik, but grass is the perfect surface to make amends.

Rising Star

Alexander Bublik reacted to the most significant victory of his career by collapsing onto the Parisian soil with his arms aloft, his face transmitting joy and disbelief. Although his jubilation was an apt reaction after reaching his first grand slam quarter-final, it also said much about his defeated opponent.

Jack Draper’s rise over the past 12 months has been one of the most significant developments on the ATP Tour. As he has established himself as one of the best in the world and earned respect within the locker room, the target on his back has grown accordingly.

Future Challenges

With Wimbledon approaching, the pressure is mounting for young Jack Draper to perform on the biggest stage of all. The grass courts of Wimbledon might be where he finds his best game yet, or they could be the proving grounds that test his mettle in the face of growing expectations.

Conclusion

As the tennis world turns its eyes towards Wimbledon, all eyes will be on Jack Draper to see how he handles the pressure. His journey so far suggests that he might just be up for the challenge.