Jack Draper Falls to Jakub Mensik in Miami Open Second Round
The British No. 1 struggled with Miami's conditions and fan disruptions, as the 19-year-old Czech advanced with a dominant serving display.
- Jack Draper, fresh off his Indian Wells title, lost 7-6 (2), 7-6 (3) to Jakub Mensik in the second round of the Miami Open.
- Mensik, 19, delivered an exceptional performance, hitting 21 aces and maintaining focus during key moments of the match.
- The match was briefly halted due to loud protests from Brazilian fans upset over a scheduling change involving Joao Fonseca's match.
- Draper struggled to maintain intensity in Miami's humid conditions, highlighting the challenges of transitioning between tournaments.
- All four Indian Wells semifinalists, including Draper, were eliminated early in Miami, underscoring the unpredictability of the ATP Tour.