Tearful Jack Draper loses on comeback from injury at Canadian Open
British tennis player Jack Draper suffered a first-round defeat at the Canadian Open in his return from a long-term arm injury. The loss raises concerns about his fitness for the upcoming US Open.
Why it matters
The physical toll on professional athletes and the uncertainty of recovery timelines are significant factors in the competitive sports landscape.
Jack Draper of Great Britain plays a backhand against Térence Atmane. Jack Draper of Great Britain plays a backhand against Térence Atmane. Jack Draper Tearful Jack Draper loses on comeback from injury at Canadian Open Briton withdrew from Wimbledon with bruised bone
Draper in tears during 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 loss to Térence Atmane
Prefer the Guardian on Google Jack Draper was in tears during a first-round comeback defeat by Térence Atmane at the Canadian Open.
The Briton was competing for the first time since pulling out of Wimbledon with a recurrence of a bruised bone in his left arm, and was beaten 6-3, 2-6, 6-2 in Montreal.
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