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Draper edges past Monfils in late-night French Open thriller

Draper edges past Monfils in late-night French Open thriller

Summary

Jack Draper won a tennis match against Gael Monfils, advancing to the third round of the French Open. This marks the first time since 1968 that three British men have reached this stage in the tournament.

Key Facts

  • Jack Draper defeated Gael Monfils at the French Open in four sets: 6-3, 4-6, 6-3, 7-5.
  • Draper's win means three British men are in the French Open third round for the first time since 1968.
  • Draper, Jacob Fearnley, and Cameron Norrie are the three British players in the third round.
  • Fearnley advanced after his opponent, Ugo Humbert, withdrew due to an injury.
  • Norrie defeated Federico Gomez to reach the third round.
  • Draper will face Joao Fonseca, a Brazilian teenager, in the next match.
  • This is Draper's first career win at the Roland Garros tournament.

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