No.4 Jack Draper Admits Game Gaps After Wimbledon Second-Round Loss

Jack Draper, the British No. 4 seed, was decisively defeated by Marin Cilic in the second round of Wimbledon, marking his worst performance at his home Grand Slam to date. Draper candidly acknowledged significant weaknesses in his game on grass, particularly highlighting his forehand as a major issue, where he struggled with pace and overspin. Despite feeling confident on hard and clay courts, Draper admitted he has yet to adapt his game effectively for grass surfaces and has not advanced beyond the second round at Wimbledon. He expressed frustration and disappointment but emphasized his determination to improve his grass-court performance for the future. Draper also reflected on the pressure and expectations of playing at home, praising Andy Murray's achievements but noting that his loss was due to not playing well enough rather than external pressures. His loss to the experienced Cilic, a former Wimbledon finalist, underscored the gap he needs to bridge to challenge seriously at this tournament.