Jack Draper's remarkable Australian Open run ended in the fourth round against Carlos Alcaraz after a painful retirement, showcasing his improved physicality despite the defeat.
Even in defeat, Draper ends his tournament having taken one of the most significant steps forward in his young career to date, demonstrating better durability through three five-set matches.
Progress is never straightforward; after suffering a hip injury that he was still managing at the start of the tournament, Draper's workload proved too much in the end.
Draper now understands that playing in the gruelling best of five sets can actually be a strength, as he emerges a more difficult opponent to beat.
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