Draper’s Ascent: Eyes on French Open Ranking Breakthrough

Jack Draper, the dynamic British tennis star, is setting his sights on a significant rankings breakthrough as he prepares for the upcoming French Open. Currently ranked No. 5 in the world, Draper’s recent performances have propelled him into contention for the top four, a position that could greatly impact his seeding at Roland Garros.

Draper’s Recent Rise

Draper’s ascent has been nothing short of remarkable. Here’s a quick look at his recent achievements:

• ATP Tour Titles: Draper has secured three ATP Tour titles, including a Masters 1000 victory at the 2025 Indian Wells Open. He won his maiden title at the 2024 BOSS Open in Stuttgart. He also has a title from the Vienna Open in October 2024.
• Grand Slam Success: He reached the semi-finals of the 2024 US Open.
• Madrid Open Final: Draper reached the final of the Madrid Open, where he lost to Casper Ruud in a hard-fought three-set match.
• Top 5 Ranking: Draper’s impressive run has seen him break into the top five of the world rankings for the first time, surpassing Novak Djokovic.

The Road to Roland Garros

Draper’s focus now shifts to the French Open, where he aims to improve upon his previous results. He will compete at Queen’s in June before Wimbledon. His best Grand Slam results include reaching the fourth round of the Australian Open in 2025 and the semi-finals of the US Open in 2024. At the French Open, however, he has only reached the first round in both 2023 and 2024.

Draper’s Performance and Strategy

Draper’s recent match against Italy’s Luciano Darderi showcased his mental strength and ability to perform under pressure. Despite facing a hostile crowd, Draper secured a decisive 6-1, 6-4 victory, demonstrating his focus and composure.

Potential Ranking Impact

A leap into the top four would have significant implications for Draper’s French Open campaign. Securing a top-four position could allow Draper to avoid facing the top seeds until the later stages of the tournament. This could greatly enhance his chances of making a deep run on the clay courts of Roland Garros.

What’s Next for Draper?

After Rome, Draper will concentrate on the French Open, which will take place from May 25 to June 8. He is also scheduled to participate at Queen’s in June, prior to Wimbledon, which will be held from June 30 to July 15. Later in the year, he will return to Flushing Meadows for the US Open, scheduled from August 24 to September 7.

Draper’s 2025 Season So Far

Draper’s 2025 season has been marked by both triumphs and challenges:

• Indian Wells Victory: Draper’s breakthrough victory at Indian Wells, which included a win over Carlos Alcaraz.
• Miami Open Defeat: He was unable to complete the Sunshine Double after a defeat in his opening match in Miami to Jakub Mensik.
• Monte-Carlo Masters: A three-set loss to Spain’s Alejandro Davidovich Fokina ended Draper’s first tournament of the clay-court season – the Monte-Carlo Masters – at the last-16 stage.
• Madrid Open Final: He bounced back in style in Madrid.

Player Profile

Here’s a quick look at Jack Draper’s profile:

• Age: 23
• Place of Birth: Sutton, London
• Height: 6ft 4in (1.93m)
• Turned Pro: 2018
• Grand Slam Debut: Wimbledon 2021
• World Ranking: 5 (as of May 6, 2025)
• Career Titles: 3
• Masters 1000 Titles: 1
• Grand Slam Titles: 0
• Coach: James Trotman

Sky Sports Coverage

Sky Sports is providing comprehensive coverage of Jack Draper’s 2025 season, including news, rankings, upcoming matches, and performances. Draper entered the second round of the Italian Open in Rome this week, playing against Bu Yunchaokete of China or Italy’s Luciano Darderi.