British No 1 Jack Draper has officially withdrawn from two significant warm-up tournaments, Toronto and Cincinnati, as he recovers from a left arm injury sustained after his Wimbledon campaign. The 23-year-old Londoner announced on social media that although the injury is “nothing serious,” he wishes to ensure a full recovery to continue his season effectively. Draper expressed optimism, looking forward to competing in New York for the US Open, stating, “See you in NYC!”
At Wimbledon, Draper’s journey ended in the second round with a defeat to veteran Marin Cilic, marking yet another early exit from his home slam, as he has yet to advance beyond this stage at the tournament. However, he has pressure on his shoulders going into Flushing Meadows, where he has significant ranking points to defend after an impressive semi-final appearance last year, where he faced eventual champion Jannik Sinner in a gripping match.
Draper has had a breakout season, climbing to a career-high of world No 4 and currently sitting at fifth. His powerful left-handed serve and forehand are key elements of his game, and fans will be eagerly awaiting his return as he aims to build on his success and make a deeper run in the upcoming US Open. With his positive outlook and determination, there is hope that he will recover swiftly and return to the court stronger than ever.
Overall, while Draper’s withdrawal from the immediate tournaments is disappointing, his focus on full health bodes well for his future matches.