Jack Draper reaches Eastbourne Open quarter-finals with win over Jones
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 7:12 PM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Jack Draper advanced to the quarter-finals of the Eastbourne Open by defeating fellow Briton Jack Pinnington Jones 7-5, 6-4. Draper, under the guidance of new coach Andy Murray, overcame adverse conditions, including a stomach bug and high temperatures. The match, lasting an hour and a half, continued Draper's successful return from injury as he prepares for Wimbledon. He will face Canada’s Gabriel Diallo next.
- •Draper wins against Pinnington Jones 7-5, 6-4 in Eastbourne.
- •He battled a stomach bug and high heat during the match.
- •Draper continues comeback from injuries after two months away.
- •Next, he faces Gabriel Diallo for a semi-final spot.
- •Murray's coaching role provides additional support for Draper.
"Jack Draper handled the Eastbourne heat to beat fellow Briton Jack Pinnington Jones and maintain his encouraging start under new coach Andy Murray.
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