Jack Draper, the top-ranked British tennis player, has concluded his season prematurely due to an arm injury that compelled him to withdraw from the US Open. Draper, aged 23, disclosed that he endured significant discomfort at Wimbledon and subsequently struggled to serve for a month.
The young player managed only one singles win at the US Open before pulling out prior to the second round because of “bone bruising” in his left humerus. Although surgery is not required, Draper has decided to end his campaign to allow his injury sufficient time to heal.
This setback dashes Draper’s hopes of debuting at the season-ending Nitto ATP Finals, where he currently holds the ninth spot in the Race to Turin, and participating in the lucrative Six Kings Slam exhibition in Saudi Arabia next month.
Draper was set to compete in the event from October 15-18, alongside top players like Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, and Taylor Fritz, contending for substantial prize money with a replacement for Draper. Last year’s winner, Sinner, took home an impressive £4.5 million.
Each of the six participants was guaranteed a minimum of £1.12 million from a prize pool nearing £10 million. Draper began the season strongly with three consecutive five-set victories at the Australian Open and secured his first Masters title at Indian Wells.
After reaching his first ATP Tour final on clay in Madrid in April, Draper climbed to a career-high world ranking of No. 4 in June. He became only the second left-handed player this century to break into the top five after Rafael Nadal, but his arm issue led to disappointing exits from Roland Garros and Wimbledon.
Draper’s promising career has been plagued by physical setbacks since the beginning. In a social media post, he expressed his disappointment, stating, “Unfortunately, the arm injury requires rest, and I will be out for the remainder of 2025. It’s tough to accept as I was gaining momentum this year and playing well.”
He added, “I’ve faced this challenge before, and I always return stronger. I am highly motivated to fulfill my potential as a player. Thanks to everyone for their support. I look forward to returning to the court soon and giving my best.”
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