Alcaraz Wins Queen's Club, Draper Reaches Semis Ahead Wimbledon

Carlos Alcaraz secured his second Queen's Club title by defeating Jiri Lehecka in a three-set final, extending his winning streak to 18 matches and reinforcing his status as the favorite to defend his Wimbledon title. The 22-year-old Spaniard has been dominant on grass with a 27-3 career record and recently reached the Queen's Club semifinals after a straight-sets victory over Arthur Rinderknech, following a grueling match against Jaume Munar. Alcaraz's form on grass is exceptional, boasting a 90% win rate that surpasses legends like Federer and Djokovic. Meanwhile, British player Jack Draper also advanced to the semifinals, winning a hard-fought match against Brandon Nakashima and securing a top-four Wimbledon seeding. Draper aims to become the first British player to win the Queen's Club title since Andy Murray in 2016, highlighting a strong Wimbledon buildup for both players. Overall, Alcaraz and Draper have emerged as leading contenders at Queen's Club, setting the stage for a competitive Wimbledon tournament.