Jack Draper receives coaching boost from Andy Murray before Wimbledon
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 4:39 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Jack Draper has expressed optimism as he prepares to return to competitive tennis at the Eastbourne Open on Monday, facing Brandon Nakashima. Draper, who has not played since retiring from a match in Barcelona in mid-April due to a knee injury, sees the involvement of new coach Andy Murray as a major encouragement. His ATP ranking has dropped significantly, from No. 4 to 160, amidst ongoing injury issues. With Wimbledon approaching, Draper hopes Murray's experience will help him regain his form.
- •Jack Draper returns to action at the Eastbourne Open on Monday.
- •Draper has not played since April due to a knee injury.
- •His world ranking has dropped from No. 4 to 160.
- •Andy Murray is now part of Draper's coaching team.
- •Draper will face Brandon Nakashima in the first round.
""He believes in me and my tennis" - Jack Draper has revealed he has received a big boost from his new coach Andy Murray ahead of Wimbledon.
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