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Draper Falls to Opelka at Miami Open After Injury Comeback
Jack Draper lost to Reilly Opelka in the Miami Open's second round, marking his exit from the tournament. The match was Draper's third since returning from an injury layoff.
Jack Draper was defeated by Reilly Opelka in the second round of the Miami Open. Opelka, an American tennis player standing 6ft 11in, delivered 25 aces and 47 winners during the match held in Miami. Draper acknowledged his disappointment to Sky Sports, noting Opelka's exceptional performance. Draper had previously reached the quarter-finals of Indian Wells after returning from an eight-month injury absence due to bone bruising in his arm. During that tournament, Draper secured his first career victory against Novak Djokovic before losing to Daniil Medvedev. Katie Boulter advanced to the third round after Clara Tauson retired early.
Key Facts
- Jack Draper lost to Reilly Opelka in the Miami Open's second round.
- Opelka recorded 25 aces during the match.
- Draper had reached the Indian Wells quarter-finals after an injury.
- Draper had been sidelined for eight months due to a bone bruising injury.
- Draper secured his first career win against Novak Djokovic at Indian Wells.
- Katie Boulter has advanced to the Miami Open's third round.
- Draper has lost his British No 1 ranking to Cameron Norrie.