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Draper Secures Montreal Entry Amid Injury Recovery
Jack Draper has accepted a wild card entry into the National Bank Open in Montreal. The invitation arrives as the British player attempts to stabilize his physical condition following a persistent left arm injury that has severely limited his 2026 season.
Draper’s inclusion in the Montreal draw follows a late withdrawal from the DC Open in Washington this week. The former world No. 4, currently coached by Sir Andy Murray, has seen his ATP ranking slide to No. 147 due to a lack of match play. He has participated in only five tour events this year, with his most recent appearance occurring at Eastbourne last month.
Physical Status and US Open Outlook
The injury-plagued year has forced Draper to miss the Australian Open, the French Open, and Wimbledon. His current ranking necessitates a qualifying campaign if he intends to compete in the upcoming US Open. While Draper recently stated he feels physically improved compared to the previous 12 months, his inability to maintain a consistent tournament schedule remains a primary concern for his biomechanical stability on court.
Draper joins Canadians Alexis Galarneau and Liam Draxl as recipients of the final wild card spots for the tournament. His ability to compete will depend on his arm’s capacity to withstand the high-tension demands of professional-grade racquet strings and the repetitive kinetic load required for competitive serving.
The National Bank Open begins on August 3. The US Open is scheduled to commence on August 30.
