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Tennis | Indian Wells 2023 | Draper plays first match since Australian Open against Riedi

Tony Fairbairn
Tennis

By Tony Fairbairn

  • Jack Draper v Leandro Riedi [Q]
  • H2H: First Meeting
INDIAN WELLS, USA – After dealing with injuries and fitness issues, Jack Draper plays his first match since the Australian Open when he takes on qualifier Leandro Riedi.

 

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Jack Draper v Leandro Riedi [Q] | H2H & Match Fundamentals

Jack Draper v Leandro Riedi [Q] H2H: First Meeting
Indian Wells Indian Wells, USA
Hard (O) Prize Money: $18,660
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Jack Draper will play his first match since the Australian Open after dealing with fitness issues and first up for the Brit is Swiss qualifier Leandro Riedi.

 

Tale of the Tape – Key Stats (2023)

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H2H: Jack Draper (WR 56) Leandro Riedi (WR 135)
Tournament Previous Best N/A N/A
1st Serve % 58 65
Service Games Won % 81.5 84.7
Break Points Saved % 61.5 64.9
2nd Serve Return Points Won % 51.2 49.2
Break Points Converted % 35.8 31.5

Draper is the more clinical returner but Riedi neutralises Draper’s returning qualities with his effective serving.

 

 

Playing Styles and Prediction

Riedi has a big serve and has had a successful last six months on the challenger tour where he has proved to be consistent especially on indoor hard courts. The 21 year-old has a bright future and is looking to gain more experience as he looks to continue his rise up the rankings.

Draper will look to use his experience and returning qualities to his advantage as he looks to force Riedi into uncharacteristic errors. Meanwhile the Swiss qualifier will look to use his big serve to dictate the tempo of the rallies and power past Draper’s inconsistent defence. This should be a big first test for Draper but one he should pass given the conditions in California but it should be no surprise if this match does go the distance.

Prediction: Draper in three sets.

 

 

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