Sunday, January 19, 2025, 09:18
Carlos Alcaraz has secured his spot in the Melbourne quarterfinals following Jack Draper’s withdrawal, which came after just 90 minutes of play. The Spanish sensation now awaits the outcome of the Djokovic-Lehecka clash to determine his next opponent.
The match between Alcaraz and Draper (7-5, 6-1) was lopsided from the start, as evidenced by the stark contrast in court time leading up to the round of 16. Draper had logged over 12 hours on the court, more than double Alcaraz’s 6 hours and 17 minutes. The British player had endured a grueling path to this stage,battling through 15 sets against Mariano Navone,Thanasi Kokkinakis,and Aleksandar Vukic to reach this point at Melbourne Park.
Draper’s physical struggles became evident in the second set, where he managed only a single game before conceding the match. Alcaraz’s dominant performance sets him up for a Tuesday showdown, with his opponent to be resolute by the Djokovic-Lehecka match.
From the comfort of his hotel, Alcaraz will closely monitor the Djokovic-Lehecka encounter, which will decide his quarterfinal rival. The young Murcian star remains focused as he prepares for the next challenge in his quest for glory at the Australian Open.
