Jack Draper romped to a straight-sets victory over Holger Rune in the BNP Paribas Open final at Indian Wells to claim his first ATP 1000 Masters title. (More Tennis News)
Draper delivered a ruthless display of on-court power and aggression against an overwhelmed Rune, as the Briton emerged a 6-2 6-2 victor in one hour and 10 minutes.
The 23-year-old now climbs to a career-high ranking of seventh in the world after securing the greatest victory of his career with a dominant performance from the very first ball.
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"It is an incredible feeling," Draper told Sky Sports.
"I have put in a lot of work over time, and I'm so grateful to be out here, with my body healthy and feeling great in my mind. It feels like it is all coming together on the big stage."
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