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Jack Draper seeks patience during injury comeback before US Open

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 5:45 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Jack Draper seeks patience during injury comeback before US Open

Summary

Jack Draper has requested that fans be patient during his recovery from an arm injury after withdrawing from the DC Open. The former world No 4, now ranked No 147, missed all three Grand Slam tournaments this year but has received a wild card for the National Bank Open in Montreal. With two tournaments scheduled before the US Open, Draper noted the complexities of his injury and expressed optimism about his future. He aims to regain his competitive edge after an injury-riddled year, during which he participated in only five tour events over eight months.

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Status Watch

•Draper withdrew from the DC Open due to an arm injury.
•He is currently ranked No 147 after being No 4.
•Draper has a wild card for the National Bank Open starting August 3.
•His injury issues have limited him to five tour events in eight months.
•He plans to compete in two tournaments before the US Open.

Latest Updates

5:45 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Draper calls for patience as he bids to end injury nightmare at US Open

What they're saying

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Jack Draper has called for his fans to be patient with his return after the former world No 4 withdrew from the DC Open with an arm injury.
— Sky Sports