🏆 Jack Draper Pulls Out of US Open 🏆
Heartbreaking news for tennis fans as British No.1 Jack Draper has announced his withdrawal from the US Open. Draper, who impressed everyone by reaching the semi-finals last year, had to step back before his second-round match against Zizou Bergs due to a persistent arm injury.
The world No. 5, who recently partnered with Jessica Pegula in the semi-finals of the new mixed doubles competition at Flushing Meadows, shared the difficult decision with his supporters. Despite securing a win in his opening singles match against Federico Agustin Gomez, Draper admitted that the arm discomfort was just “too much” to go on.
“Hi guys, I’m gutted to say I’ll be withdrawing from the US Open,” Draper tweeted. “I tried my very best to be here but I have to do what’s right and look after myself. Thank you for all the support.”
Sky Sports experts Laura Robson and Tim Henman shared insights, revealing Draper was in good spirits and trained that morning. However, the challenge of a best-of-five match proved too daunting under the circumstances. Henman added, “He had a pretty good workout in that first round, but it’s disappointing that Jack has had to pull out.”
This announcement comes after Draper’s candid confession that he nearly missed the US Open altogether this year. Though the team worked hard since Wimbledon to get him back in form, it wasn’t meant to be this time around. Fans are surely looking forward to seeing him return stronger and healthier in future tournaments. 💪🎾
Here’s wishing Jack a swift recovery! 👏 #Tennis #USOpen #JackDraper #GetWellSoon