There’s nothing quite like the feeling of being back on familiar ground, and for Jack Draper, the return to home turf couldn’t have gone any better.

The young British star kicked off his Queen’s Club campaign in style, brushing aside Jenson Brooksby in straight sets with a confident 6-3, 6-1 win.

Strong Start on Centre Court

Draper looked sharp and focused from the very first serve on the Andy Murray Arena.

After holding serve with ease through the opening games, he pounced on a chance to break the American in the seventh game — a move that shifted momentum firmly in his favour.

From there, he didn’t look back, sealing the first set with another break and building confidence as he found his rhythm.

Breezing Through in the Heat

With the summer sun beating down, Draper cruised through the second set, showing no signs of slowing down despite the sweltering conditions.

His aggressive play and calm demeanor made it clear he was in full control.

After wrapping up the win in dominant fashion, he smiled for the cameras and scrawled “Good to be home” across the lens — a nod to the special connection he shares with the British crowd.

Emotional Message for the Fans

Speaking to the fans after the match, Draper let his emotions show.

“It feels amazing, there’s no place I’d rather be,” he said.

“We’re always on the road playing tournaments around the world, and we barely get to spend time with our families. So to be back here, on this court, in front of my people — it means everything.”

Adjusting from Clay to Grass

Draper also acknowledged the challenges of switching surfaces.

“Coming from clay to grass is never easy,” he admitted.

“I’m still adjusting — hitting the ball a little late, still getting used to the timing. But I love playing on grass, and with more match time and practice, I know I’ll keep improving.”

Eyes on the Next Round

Next up for Draper is a last-16 clash against Australia’s Alexei Popyrin, set for Wednesday.

It’s another step on what he hopes will be a deep run in the tournament, especially with extra motivation on the line.

Draper is currently in a tight race with American Taylor Fritz for a coveted top-four seeding at Wimbledon.

A strong showing at Queen’s could tip the balance in his favour — and make his Wimbledon draw just a bit more manageable.

Building Momentum Toward Wimbledon

With Fritz also competing at Queen’s, every match matters.

For Draper, this home-court opportunity is more than just a warm-up — it’s a chance to fine-tune his game, build momentum, and remind the tennis world he’s a serious contender on grass.

Now the big question: Can Jack Draper ride this wave of confidence all the way to the Queen’s Club final?

One thing’s for sure — the crowd will be right behind him.