British No 1 Jack Draper has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 season due to the arm injury that forced him to withdraw from the US Open. The world No 7 has been struggling with the problem since the clay court season.
“Unfortunately, the injury to my arm is something I have to rest and means I’ll be sitting out the rest of 2025,” Draper said. “It is very difficult for me to accept as I was building some incredible momentum this year and playing some great stuff. However I’ve been through this before and I always come back stronger as I’m so motivated to fulfil my potential as a player.”
Draper sustained bone bruising in his left arm, which initially sidelined him for seven weeks between Wimbledon and the US Open. After returning in New York and winning his first-round match, the pain intensified, forcing him to withdraw before his second-round encounter. His team have opted for a cautious approach, and no surgery is required.
The setback is a significant blow for the 23-year-old, who had reached a career-high ranking of No 4 earlier this year and was expected to qualify for the ATP Finals for the first time. His 2025 highlights include winning his first ATP Masters 1000 title at Indian Wells in March and reaching the Madrid Open final in May.
Injuries have plagued Draper throughout his career, including a shoulder problem that caused him to miss Wimbledon in 2023. After a largely healthy 2024, this latest issue represents another frustrating interruption to his progress.
