Jack Draper withdraws from Washington as injury complications persist
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
Jack Draper has withdrawn from the Washington tournament due to ongoing discomfort from an arm injury that has plagued his career for over a year. The former British number one has been experiencing bone bruising, leading to limited participation, having played just 14 matches in the past year and missing all three Grand Slam tournaments this season. His struggles with this injury echo the experiences of other players such as Arthur Fery and Toby Samuel, who have also dealt with similar issues. Draper has emphasized the importance of patience in his recovery process as he aims to return in time for the US Open starting on August 30.
- •Draper withdrew from Washington due to discomfort in his serving arm.
- •He has played only 14 matches in the last 12 months.
- •Draper missed all Grand Slam tournaments in 2026.
- •Notable players Fery and Samuel have also faced bone bruising injuries.
- •The US Open begins on August 30, and Draper's entry is uncertain.
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Why can't Draper play & why won't surgery help?
- 3:45 PMBBC Sport — Why can't Draper play & why won't surgery help?
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the injury which has derailed former British number one Jack Draper's career over the past year.
"BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the injury which has derailed former British number one Jack Draper's career over the past year.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 28, 2026, 3:45 PMWhy can't Draper play & why won't surgery help?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the injury which has derailed former British number one Jack Draper's career over the past year.
- BBC SportJul 28, 2026, 3:45 PMWhy can't Draper play & why won't surgery help?
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains the injury which has derailed former British number one Jack Draper's career over the past year.
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