Draper had already beaten Americans Jenson Brooksby and Taylor Fritz, in addition to topping rising star João Fonseca of Brazil in his opening round.

Jack Draper sets up Indian Wells semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz after beating Ben Shelton - Draper saw off the American in straight sets to reach the last four of the Paribas Open

British No.1 tennis star Jack Draper has reached the Indian Wells semi-finals with a superb 6-4 7-5 victory over American star Ben Shelton. The 23-year-old is now set for a mouth-watering showdown with Wimbledon and French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz in the last four.

Ben Shelton and Jack Draper are headed to their first tour-level competition. Both will try to make their first Masters 1000 semifinals.

Ben Shelton became the youngest American quarter-finalist in Indian Wells since Andy Roddick, 21, in 2004. The 22 year-old overcame countryman Brandon Nakashima 7-6 6-1 to continue his impressive record against the American and advance to his third ATP Masters 1000 quarter-final.

Jack Draper beat No. 3 seed Taylor Fritz, a former champion at Indian Wells, on Wednesday, while Ben Shelton became the youngest American man since Andy Roddick in 2004 to reach the quarterfinals in the California desert.

Jack Draper forced his way into his first Masters 1000 semi-final, overcoming the venomous power and vibrant athleticism of his young American opponent Ben Shelton.

Jack Draper dropped a “shyte” quote following his win over Taylor Fritz at the Indian Wells Open while he also admitted he needs to be ready for Ben Shelton’s famous “kick serves”. The British No 1 produced a dominant service display against world No 4 Fritz,