In a significant shift in his coaching team, British tennis star Jack Draper is set to collaborate with Jamie Delgado, formerly the coach of two-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray. This strategic decision comes as Draper aims to reignite his career after a challenging season marred by injuries.
Delgado, who has established himself as a reputable figure in British tennis, will take over as the lead coach while continuing to work with Draper’s longtime coach, James Trotman. Both coaches will travel extensively with Draper as he looks to reclaim his form on the ATP tour. Delgado’s resume speaks volumes; he played a crucial role in Murray’s ascent during some of the Scot’s most triumphant years, including his victories at Wimbledon.
Draper, who was recently diagnosed with bone bruising in his left arm following a second-round exit at Wimbledon, has faced a tough road back, appearing in only one match since then. His attempt to return at the US Open was cut short as he withdrew before reaching the second round, which ultimately led to a premature end to his season. As a result, Draper has slipped to eighth in the ATP rankings, missing the opportunity to compete at the ATP Finals for the first time.
The new collaboration with Delgado comes at a pivotal moment for Draper, who is eager to return to competitive play. The partnership is set to commence during the preseason, with the young talent eyeing December’s Ultimate Tennis Showdown Grand Final in London as his return to the court.
This partnership marks a new chapter for Draper as he looks to resource the experience and strategies of Delgado while still benefiting from Trotman’s insights. With Delgado’s history of uplifting players like Denis Shapovalov and Grigor Dimitrov, Draper is hopeful that this new dynamic will provide the boost he needs to advance in the rankings and achieve his goals in the upcoming season.
