Jakub Mensik defeats Indian Wells Champion Jack Draper 7-6 7-6 Jack just didn’t really get going. Mensik serve was so good…so well done to him So that’s Seeds #2 Alcaraz, #6 Draper #7 Medvedev all OUT in their opening matches in Miami…..

Miami Open Chaos: Top Seeds Tumble Early

The Miami Open has already delivered shocking upsets, with three of the tournament’s top contenders—Carlos Alcaraz, Jack Draper, and Daniil Medvedev—crashing out in their opening matches.

Jakub Mensik pulled off one of the biggest wins of his young career, defeating Indian Wells champion Jack Draper 7-6, 7-6. The 18-year-old Czech, known for his powerful serve, dominated the key moments, while Draper struggled to find his rhythm after his title run in California. Despite flashes of brilliance, the Brit couldn’t break through Mensik’s serve, leading to a straight-sets exit.

Elsewhere, World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz, one of the tournament favorites, was stunned by Fabian Marozsán in straight sets, continuing the Hungarian’s habit of toppling big names after previously defeating him in Rome last year. Meanwhile, defending champion Daniil Medvedev also suffered an early exit, losing to Dominic Thiem in a rematch of the 2020 US Open final.

These upsets shake up the Miami Open draw, opening the door for dark horses to make deep runs. With Alcaraz, Draper, and Medvedev all out, players like Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, and Holger Rune will see this as a golden opportunity.

For Draper, this loss is a setback after his Indian Wells triumph, but given his recent form, he’ll aim to bounce back quickly in the clay season. Meanwhile, Mensik’s star continues to rise as he proves he can compete with the best.

With the tournament still in its early stages, one thing is certain—Miami is as unpredictable as ever.