British Draper Advances to the Final of the Stuttgart Open

Jack Draper recently lost a match to Brandon Nakashima in the 2022 Next Gen Finals. However, he has bounced back and is now into the third ATP final of his career, a first on grass, after defeating the unseeded American at the Stuttgart Open. The 22-year-old sixth seed displayed a dominant performance with 13 aces and 35 winners in a 6-3 6-3 victory.

Having beaten defending champion Frances Tiafoe in the quarter-finals, Draper is now set to face former Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini in the upcoming final. Berrettini, a 28-year-old Italian, secured a quick 6-4 6-0 victory over compatriot Lorenzo Musetti in the semi-final. This will be the first time the two players meet on the court, and Berrettini acknowledges Draper’s excellent serving, making it a crucial aspect of the upcoming match.

With his performance in the tournament, Draper is poised to rise to 32nd in the world rankings and potentially secure a seeded position for Wimbledon. He will also become the British number one, surpassing Cameron Norrie. Despite this, winning the final will be no easy task as Berrettini, a former Wimbledon runner-up, is in good form after suffering from injuries that caused him to drop in the rankings.

Berrettini’s experience on grass, with four of his eight career titles won on the surface, makes him a formidable opponent for Draper. The match promises an exciting clash of styles and skills, with both players aiming for their first singles title on the elite men’s tour. Good luck to both players as they face off in the final at the Stuttgart Open.