John McEnroe picks up BBC commentator on Wimbledon comment – 'Don't think they'll be happy'

John McEnroe didn't hold back as he rebukedBBC commentator Simon Reed for suggesting Jack Draper's dominant win over Sebastian Baez at Wimbledon was "like a practice match". While providing expert analysis, theoutspoken tennis legendwatched on as Draper, 23, stormed to a 5-1 lead in the first set.

Draper edged closer to clinching the set with a thunderous forehand winner, with the rising British star's performance nothing short of stellar, something noted by Reed.

"It's 5-1, a double break and you get that type of opportunity. This is like practice. Proper practice," Reed said. McEnroe, a four-timeUS Open champion, swiftly hit back, however.

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"I don't think the All England Club will be too happy with you saying this first round match on Court One is practice," he said. McEnroe, one of the BBC's top earners, was then reassured by Reed, who jokingly conceded: "You know what I mean."

Draper ultimately secured victory with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-2, 2-1 after Baez had to retire due to injury. Wimbledon officials meticulously select compelling matchups for their renowned showcourts, Centre Court and Court No. 1, as per the Express.

Draper's status as the fourth seed justified his prominent showcourt appearance, where he stunned the crowd by sailing through the opening set in a mere 28 minutes.

McEnroe has expressed high hopes for British tennis star in the past, tipping him for not just success at Wimbledon but also for potential multiple Grand Slam victories.

Commenting on Draper's performance at the French Open, where he lost in the fourth round against Alexander Bublik, McEnroe said: "You see Jack Draper maturing, playing better and better on the spot.

"I mean, I'll be surprised if he doesn't win multiple majors. It is incredible how much he's improving and how great a player he's become."

Speaking after his victory at Wimbledon on Tuesday, Draper said: "I wanted to play a bit longer. I was feeling I was starting to get my tennis going.

"I was playing cleaner. It's no way to win like that and I wish Sebastian all the best. I just try and focus on what I can control.

"It's what I've always tried to do, I just come out here and try my very best, play the best tennis I can and let's see. I'm looking forward to the next week or so."

Draper will now take on Croatia's Marin Cilic in the next round on Thursday.