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Jack Draper raises concerns over injuries ahead of Wimbledon

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 6:37 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Jack Draper raises concerns over injuries ahead of Wimbledon
Summary

Jack Draper expressed concern about the number of injuries affecting top players as he prepares for Wimbledon. The British player has missed recent major tournaments due to injuries and only played 15 matches in the past year. Seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz and other notable players are also absent due to injuries. Draper highlighted the physical demands of the tour and the need for changes to protect players' health. He aims to build on recent form after reaching the Eastbourne semi-finals, with his first-round match against Taylor Fritz ahead.

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Status Watch
  • •Jack Draper prepares for Wimbledon after a year disrupted by injuries.
  • •Carlos Alcaraz and Lorenzo Musetti are both missing the tournament.
  • •Several players withdrew from warm-up events to protect their health.
  • •Draper has enlisted Andy Murray as part of his coaching team.
  • •Draper aims to regain form following a semi-final run at Eastbourne.
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  • 6:37 PMYahoo Sports — Is amount of pre-Wimbledon injuries a worry?
  • 6:37 PMBBC Sport — Is amount of pre-Wimbledon injuries a worry?
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Jack Draper says the amount of injured leading players is "pretty worrying" as he prepares to make his Grand Slam comeback at Wimbledon.

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Jack Draper says the amount of injured leading players is "pretty worrying" as he prepares to make his Grand Slam comeback at Wimbledon.

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