Jack Draper beats Ben Shelton on a cold and blustery evening in Indian Wells to set up a tantalising semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz.

Jack Draper has improved a lot in recent months and has become a threat even to top players. The young Briton has truly remarkable potential and – if he reduces the number of his injuries – he has the right skills to aspire to win even the most prestigious titles.

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

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

Carlos Alcaraz has tipped British star Jack Draper to become one of the best players on the ATP Tour within the next year. Both players clash in the Indian Wells semi-final tomorrow and could be set for more major battles over the coming years.

The Indian Wells semifinals are set, featuring Alcaraz vs. Draper, Medvedev vs. Rune, Swiatek vs. Andreeva, and Sabalenka vs. Keys.

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

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.