British tennis star Jack Draper has made the difficult decision to withdraw from the US Open after struggling with a lingering arm injury.
he pain in his left humerus, which first appeared during the clay season, became too much to manage, cutting short what had been a promising Grand Slam campaign.
Draper, currently ranked world No. 5, had hoped to work through the discomfort as the tournament progressed After a first-round victory against Argentina’s Federico Gomez, where he appeared well below his usual standard, Draper admitted that the bone bruising was still affecting his game.
A Statement from the British No1
In a heartfelt statement, Draper said: “I’m sorry to say I’ll be withdrawing from the US Open.
I tried my very best to be here and give myself every chance to play, but the discomfort in my arm has become too much, and I have to do what is right and look after myself.”
The announcement is a major disappointment for Draper, who had been enjoying his most productive Grand Slam season yet.
Fans had high hopes for the British No1 after his impressive wins earlier in the year, including a career-defining title at Indian Wells and a finals appearance in Madrid.
Injury Woes Have Plagued the Season
The bone bruising in Draper’s arm has been a recurring issue since the middle of the clay season, affecting his performance at the French Open, Wimbledon, and now the US Open.
Combined with hip pain that troubled him at the Australian Open, this means Draper has gone an entire season without being fully fit for a single Grand Slam tournament.
The withdrawal is a bitter setback for the 21-year-old, who has shown immense talent and promise but is being forced to prioritize long-term health over short-term glory.
For Draper, rest and rehabilitation will be essential to return to peak form and compete at the level fans know he is capable of.
