The British, for almost more than a decade heavily relied on Andy Murray‘s shoulders. The tennis legend, who, during his time joined the Big 3 to complete the pack of 4 was regarded as one of the fearless players to look out for. But, cometh the time and injuries and the things are not the same now with him. This has led British tennis to find a new face and it seems like they have been quick to find one. Jack Draper, the 22-year-old British prodigy has stunned everyone in tennis and looks unstoppable at the moment.

Having recently become the number 1 British player in the ATP rankings, he is all set to replace Andy Murray and leave an ever-lasting impact on the game. But being at the top will certainly attract the attention of the crowd and even some big names across the world. However, for him, he does not seem to care much about it.

At just 16, he made it to the Junior Wimbledon finals, where he played against Taiwan’s Tseng Chun-hsin. Despite losing in three sets, Draper made a mark not just for his skills but also for the notable encounter with the now Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, and the Duchess of Sussex. What made the headlines was the fact that the two waited in line to shake his hand.

Not only this, Kate also had a small conversation with him where she hoped he was okay despite the loss. “Well done, I hope you’re OK.” Draper’s talent and composure have since taken him far. He made his professional Wimbledon debut on Centre Court against Novak Djokovic, impressing everyone by winning a set.

Thus, despite being just 16 years old, the love and attention that he got despite losing the final is simply heartwarming. Now, carrying the weight of Britain on his shoulders, the ace-king would certainly love to drive the results and make many fall in love with him because, for him, he enjoys people watching him play on the court.

Jack Draper says he loves to play in front of the crowd despite immense pressure moments

In tennis, there can be moments where the limits of any player can be tested. However, for Draper, he seems to be enjoying it. In an interview, he came ahead and suggested that it is his job to go out there in front of the crowd and bring out his best game. This is something that he loves. Moreover, he suggested that the more people watch, the better it is for him.

‘It’s my job to go out there and play in front of whoever it is – and the more people watching, or the more significant the people watching, the better,’ said Draper in the interview.

Thus, Jack Draper, who has already been accustomed to fame enjoys people watching him and it gives him the motivation to keep going. While the likes of Kate Middleton have waited to meet him, he also has had the privilege of playing on the center court against Novak Djokovic in a packed stadium knows the nerves involved.

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