British tennis player Jack Draper has been forced to pull out of the DC Open due to a recurring left arm injury. Despite recently expressing that he feels physically fit, Draper's 2026 season has been marred by injuries, causing him to miss all three Grand Slam tournaments so far.
Currently ranked 147 in the ATP standings, Draper's chances of competing in the US Open are uncertain, as he may need to go through qualifying. In a recent press conference, Draper reflected on the past 12 months, describing the experience as 'incredibly challenging' with 'a lot of adversity, problem solving, and pain.' Draper initially took a break from the tour a year ago due to the arm issue and has since struggled with knee and shoulder problems, managing to participate in only a few tournaments.
With the Australian Open, French Open, and Wimbledon already missed, Draper's participation in the US Open is now also in doubt. His injury has raised concerns about his ability to compete at the top level, and his fans are eagerly awaiting his recovery.