Jack Draper withdraws from DC Open due to arm injury

Jack Draper has withdrawn from the DC Open due to a left arm injury, announced ahead of the tournament as he prepares for US Open qualifying. The former world No 4 has faced a challenging year with multiple injuries, causing him to miss the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon. Draper has dropped to world No 147 in the ATP rankings, indicating he will need to participate in qualifying to enter the US Open next month, scheduled to begin on August 30. His recent statements suggested he felt physically better, despite the setback.