Jack Draper returns to action at the US Open after a difficult opening win.
The British No 1 continued to deal with an arm injury as he required four sets to defeat the Argentine qualifier Facundo Agustin Gomez, but prevailed in what was his first match since Wimbledon.
Draper admitted he was not at his best but will look to build his rhythm through the tournament after being forced to sit out tournaments in Toronto and Cincinnati due to issues with his left arm.
The 23-year-old, who reached the semi-finals at last year’s US Open and is seeded fifth at the last grand slam of the season, now faces the Belgian Zizou Bergs, the World No 48, in round two.
When is Jack Draper v Zizou Bergs?
Draper’s second round match is likely to fall on Thursday 28 August. The intended order of play has not yet been released, but Draper could again play in the day session, which would be early evening UK time.
US Open draw
The winner of Draper v Bergs will play either 31st seed Gabriel Diallo or Jaume Munar in the third round.
What did Draper say after his first-round win?
“It was a tough match. Obviously haven't played competitively singles-wise for a while now. Credit to him. I thought he played some good stuff at times.
“From my side it wasn't obviously my finest performance. But at the same time there was some problem-solving out there, there was some different things, some really good stuff, some very average stuff.
“But at the same time, give myself another chance on Thursday. Just really proud of the fact that I'm here and that I'm able to come through today.”
