Simran Joshi
British tennis player Jack Draper is set to rejoin his Davis Cup teammates on Tuesday after recovering from a minor injury sustained during the U.S. Open. The 22-year-old, who reached the semi-finals in Flushing Meadows but was defeated by eventual champion Jannik Sinner, struggled with extreme heat and humidity during his match. Despite these challenges, Draper is working on his fitness ahead of Britain’s Davis Cup matches against Finland, Argentina, and Canada in Manchester this week.
Jack Draper Battles Fitness Issues Ahead of Davis Cup
Jack Draper, after a challenging run at the U.S. Open, is focusing on regaining his fitness following a minor injury. Despite the setback, the 22-year-old Brit is determined to join his Davis Cup teammates in Manchester on Tuesday. His spokesperson confirmed that Draper is pushing through the recovery process to be match-fit ahead of Britain’s group stage clashes. The team captain, Leon Smith, will take Draper’s condition into consideration before finalizing his lineup for the matches.
Draper, who lost to Italy’s Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals of the U.S. Open, struggled through the intense heat and humidity, even vomiting during the second set. Despite this, Draper managed to fight hard through the match before being eliminated. The young player is eager to bounce back and contribute to Britain’s Davis Cup campaign, a pivotal tournament for the national team.
Britain’s Davis Cup Campaign: Tough Matches Ahead
Britain’s Davis Cup team, led by captain Leon Smith, faces a demanding schedule this week. Their first match against Finland is set for Wednesday, followed by an encounter with Argentina on Friday. The team will also face reigning champions Canada on Sunday, making for a tough set of fixtures in Group D. Smith’s squad will need to be at its best to navigate this challenging group stage and move forward in the tournament.
Draper’s presence in the team, if fully fit, will be crucial in Britain’s chances. With a short recovery window following his U.S. Open exit, the young talent is working diligently to be ready for the Davis Cup. The team is hopeful that Draper can contribute despite his recent health challenges, knowing that every match will count in such a competitive group.
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