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Jack Draper defeats Carlos Alcaraz at BNP Paribas Open, reaching his first Masters 1000 final against Holger Rune.

Jack Draper has made headlines by defeating Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling semifinal match at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. Draper secured his spot in the final with a scoreline of 6-1, 0-6, 6-4, effectively ending Alcaraz`s impressive 16-match win streak at the tournament. This victory marks a significant milestone for Draper, as he is set to debut in the Top 10 of the PIF ATP Rankings on Monday.

In the final, Draper will face Holger Rune, who earned his place by overcoming Daniil Medvedev in the semifinals. This matchup will be historic, as it is the first Masters 1000 final featuring two players born in the 2000s.

On the women`s side, Mirra Andreeva advanced to the final after defeating Iga Swiatek, while Aryna Sabalenka showcased her dominance by beating Madison Keys. The BNP Paribas Open, held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California, is set to conclude on March 16, 2025.

For Australian tennis fans, players like Alex de Minaur have also been competing at this prestigious event, although specific recent results were not available.

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