Swinging Fortunes: Jiri Lehecka Triumphs Over Jack Draper in Adelaide International ATP Showdown.

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Swinging Fortunes: Jiri Lehecka Triumphs Over Jack Draper in Adelaide International ATP Showdown.

Britain's Jack Draper fell short in his bid for his maiden ATP Tour title, surrendering to Jiri Lehecka in the Adelaide International final with a 4-6, 6-4, 6-3 defeat.

In the showdown, 22-year-old Draper faced a setback after dominating early against Lehecka. A dip in the second set cost him five consecutive losses. 

Lehecka levelled the match at 4-4 and secured a 3-0 lead in the deciding set. 

Draper, despite moments of frustration and a warning, remains optimistic, viewing the experience as a stepping stone to future successes. His world ranking is set to climb to 55th after this performance.