In a glowing appraisal, Andy Murray has lauded the progress of fellow British tennis player Jack Draper, underscoring his recovery from fitness setbacks and hailing his level of play as “bloody good” as the Wimbledon season approaches. Draper, who is eager to make a competitive return, has been diligently working on his fitness at the LTA’s National Tennis Centre after suffering from knee, elbow, and shoulder injuries, which have seen him drop to No. 113 in the world rankings.
Murray, who has been offering his guidance in an advisory coaching capacity, expressed that Draper’s talent and development have exceeded his expectations. He described Draper’s game as “very strong” and “complete,” highlighting his quick learning abilities and growing confidence as he intensifies his training regime. The 23-year-old is set to participate in the Eastbourne tournament as part of his comeback strategy, with a focus on regaining his match rhythm and enhancing his durability in competitions.
While Murray is committed to supporting Draper’s journey, he clarified that his coaching involvement would remain flexible to accommodate his family commitments. He emphasized the need for any coaching arrangement to harmonize with his personal responsibilities, ensuring a balance between his professional and personal life.
In other developments at Queen’s Club, British wildcard Arthur Fery made waves by advancing to his first ATP quarter-final following a straight-sets victory over Adrian Mannarino. Meanwhile, top seed Alex de Minaur continued his impressive form, securing a comfortable win against Dennis Shapovalov.