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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Tumaini Carayol at Roland Garros

Jack Draper earning more ‘respect’ with rise but insists attitude will not change

Jack Draper shakes hands with Mattia Bellucci
Jack Draper (left) shakes hands with Mattia Bellucci after his four-set win at the French Open. Photograph: Christophe Petit-Tesson/EPA

Life as a top player at a grand slam has always been a world apart from the sober reality of being one of the rank and file. The best are routinely scheduled on the biggest stadiums, sometimes assigned exclusive changing rooms and receive preferential practice‑court assignments, among countless other advantages.

Over the past few years, Jack Draper has experienced how differently his peers treat him as he has achieved greater success. Four years ago, when he made his ATP debut at the Miami Open, he struggled to secure a hitting partner. It is a different story today.

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