Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is bracing for a tough semi-final test from “ambitious” British lefty Jack Draper on Saturday as he aims to take the next step toward a rare Indian Wells ATP Masters three-peat.
The world number three from Spain is looking to join Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic as the only men to win three straight titles in the California desert. And despite his 3-1 record against Draper he won’t be taking the world number 14 lightly.
“I think he has a lot of rhythm, a lot of pace, great shots,” Alcaraz said. “I think his style of play suits pretty well to these conditions.
