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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Flo Clifford

British tennis star forced to end season early

  • Jack Draper has concluded his 2025 tennis season prematurely due to an arm injury that has affected him throughout the year.
  • The British number one withdrew from his second-round singles match at the US Open, citing the ongoing issue.
  • The injury, identified as bone bruising in his left arm after Wimbledon, has impacted his powerful serve and forehand.
  • Draper expressed his disappointment but affirmed his determination to recover and return stronger, having overcome previous injuries.
  • This decision means he will miss the season-ending World Tour Finals and will lose ranking points from not defending his Vienna Open title, despite a successful first half of the season.

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