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Draper into Eastbourne last eight to continue injury comeback

Draper into Eastbourne last eight to continue injury comeback

Summary

British tennis player Jack Draper won a match at the Eastbourne tournament, reaching the quarter-finals after a long injury break. He defeated Jack Pinnington Jones 7-5, 6-4 and will next play Gabriel Diallo from Canada.

Key Facts

  • Jack Draper is 24 years old and has faced many injuries in the last year.
  • He had not played a competitive match for over two months due to a knee injury.
  • Draper’s confidence had dropped because of his injuries and time off court.
  • He won his Eastbourne match against fellow Brit Jack Pinnington Jones in two sets.
  • Draper is coached by Sir Andy Murray.
  • Draper broke serve early and served strong with aces in the match.
  • Other British players Jan Choinski and Toby Samuel also reached the quarter-finals.
  • The reigning champion, Taylor Fritz, withdrew to prepare for Wimbledon.
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