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Draper makes a drastic decision that leaves the tennis world concerned

Carlos Navarro - 15 Sep 2026
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Draper, down until the end of the year.

Jack Draper still does not see the light at the end of the tunnel. The Brit, sidelined from competition after a futile attempt to return during the North American hard court tour, has seen his ranking plummet alongside his motivation. What's to blame? A left arm injury with bone edema from which he has not fully recovered, resulting in constant setbacks that have led the Brit to hit rock bottom.

Jack used Instagram to announce what was an open secret: he will not play any more tournaments this year, bringing his 2026 season to a close. He did indicate, however, that his main goal is to return at the start of the next season, in 2027, starting without any points in the ATP ranking (he will need to use his protected ranking wisely).

Draper and a painful statement: this is how he announced he would not play anymore in 2026

"I don’t usually like to elaborate much here, but I want to update you: my goal is to return to the circuit at the beginning of 2027. Last summer, all the dedication and work I put into this sport seemed to be paying off. Everything was on my side and the path seemed clear. However, a complicated injury has made everything much more difficult, and since then I have done nothing but desperately seek to feel on the court like I once did. Dealing with so much adversity and change has made me mature in many aspects of my life, but it has made me reach a level of fatigue that makes it impossible to keep pushing.

I am going to use this time to disconnect, rest, and heal so that when I return I am 100% ready. Tennis is my purpose and my passion, so when I return to the court, I want to ensure that nothing stands in the way of reaching my goals. I am grateful for the support from fans and sponsors, and I look forward to seeing you all on the court next year", said the visibly emotional Brit, with a new horizon in mind. Will he ever return to being the player he once was?

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