Jack Draper fought back from two sets down to defeat Thanasi Kokkinakis in a grueling five-set match at the Australian Open. The 15th seed battled through a four-hour, 35-minute marathon, showcasing his resilience and determination to advance to the third round.
, Jack Draper found himself on the brink of a painful, early defeat at the Australian Open as his difficult preparation during the off-season was reflected in his form. Draper had been dragged around the court for three and a half hours, outplayed by an opponent determined to eviscerate every last ball. Down two sets to one, Draper was four points away from defeat as Thanasi Kokkinakis served for a place in the third round of the Australian Open.
From the very first game against Draper, it was clear that Kokkinakis was struggling physically. He had returned to Melbourne managing pectoral muscle pain and continually he shot concerned looks toward his courtside team. Over the course of his career, Kokkinakis has built a reputation for his frailty in the most important moments and an inability to close out big matches. The last time the 28‑year‑old faced a British player in Melbourne, two years ago, Andy Murray recovered from two sets down to defeat him in a chaotic battle that ended at 4am.
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