In a glowing assessment of British tennis talent Jack Draper, seasoned player Andy Murray has commended Draper’s recovery from injuries and hailed his current form as impressive. As Draper aims to make a full return to competition in time for Wimbledon, Murray has expressed optimism about the young player’s progress, particularly noting his improved fitness and readiness.
Currently ranked at No. 113 worldwide due to several injury-induced hiatuses, Draper has been diligently training at the LTA’s National Tennis Centre. Under the guidance of Murray, who has stepped into an advisory coaching capacity, Draper is making strides in overcoming past issues with his knee, elbow, and shoulder. Murray has observed that Draper is not only regaining his physical form but is also developing a well-rounded game that has exceeded expectations.
Murray lauded Draper’s rapid learning ability and burgeoning confidence as key factors in his rehabilitation. He described Draper’s tennis skills as both robust and comprehensive, predicting a promising trajectory for the 23-year-old as he gears up for the forthcoming season. Draper is set to participate in the Eastbourne tournament, which will serve as a crucial step in regaining his competitive edge and endurance across matches.
While Murray is committed to mentoring Draper, he clarified that his involvement remains adaptable due to his own family commitments. Any coaching collaboration, he noted, would need to harmonize professional obligations with personal priorities.
In related developments at Queen’s Club, British wildcard Arthur Fery reached a significant career milestone by advancing to his first ATP quarter-final, defeating Adrian Mannarino in straight sets. Meanwhile, top seed Alex de Minaur maintained his strong performance with a decisive victory over Dennis Shapovalov.