In a glowing endorsement, Andy Murray has highlighted the promising progress of up-and-coming British tennis player Jack Draper, commending his fitness recovery and describing his performance on the court as “bloody good” as the Wimbledon season approaches. Draper, who has experienced a drop to 113th in the global rankings due to various injuries, has been diligently working on his fitness at the LTA’s National Tennis Centre. Murray, who has been assisting him in a coaching capacity, noted that the 23-year-old is making steady strides in regaining his fitness after dealing with knee, elbow, and shoulder issues.
Murray expressed his admiration for Draper’s talent and overall development, noting that his game has exceeded expectations. He described Draper’s tennis skills as “very strong” and “complete,” emphasizing the young player’s aptitude for quickly absorbing new information and his growing self-assurance as he returns to regular training sessions. Draper is set to participate in the Eastbourne tournament as part of his comeback plan, with a focus on restoring his competitive rhythm and building endurance across various competitions.
While Murray is actively involved in supporting Draper’s advancement, he mentioned that his coaching role remains adaptable due to his family obligations. He pointed out that any future coaching partnership would need to strike a balance between his professional engagements and personal commitments, ensuring he can fulfill both roles effectively.
Meanwhile, at Queen’s Club, British wildcard Arthur Fery made a significant breakthrough by advancing to his first ATP quarter-final after defeating Adrian Mannarino in straight sets. In other matches, top-seeded Alex de Minaur maintained his impressive form with a straightforward victory over Dennis Shapovalov, further highlighting the dynamic developments in British tennis.