Proud Draper says 'amazing' Indian Wells triumph was built on the back of hard work

MIAMI GARDENS, Florida — For Britain's Jack Draper, his first Masters 1000 title at Indian Wells on Sunday was a moment of pride and joy, but not, he suggests, a huge surprise.

The 23-year-old enjoyed an outstanding two weeks in the Californian desert, enjoying an upset win over Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals, after beating top Americans Ben Shelton and Taylor Fritz.

In the final, he defeated Denmark's Holger Rune in straight sets — a triumph which moved him into the top 10 for the first time in his career.