Jack Draper Advances to US Open Second Round After Controversy

The British No. 1 overcomes a tumultuous Cincinnati Open to defeat an injured Zhang Zhizhen at Flushing Meadows.

Draper faced intense scrutiny after a controversial match point against Félix Auger-Aliassime in Cincinnati.
He admitted the cheating accusations affected him mentally and emotionally for several days.
Draper dominated the first-round match, winning 6-3, 6-0, 4-0 before Zhang retired due to a knee injury.
He emphasized the importance of moving past the social media backlash and focusing on his game.
Draper could potentially face reigning Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz in the third round.