Jack Draper experienced an emotional breakdown on court during his first match back following a lengthy injury layoff, eventually losing in the opening round of the Canadian Open. The 24-year-old British player faced France’s Terence Atmane in a three-set battle that concluded 6-3, 2-6, 6-2.
Draper, who reached a career-high ranking of fourth in 2025 before persistent shoulder issues caused his standing to drop, entered the Montreal event via a wildcard. After missing major tournaments including Wimbledon due to bone bruising, his return saw him display flashes of his former high-level form. He dominated the second set, yet his physical condition appeared to deteriorate as the match progressed into the final set.
Visibly frustrated and eventually overcome by tears during a break in play, Draper struggled to maintain his momentum. His loss now casts uncertainty over his participation in next week’s Cincinnati Open and the upcoming US Open. In other action, fellow Briton Jacob Fearnley successfully advanced by defeating Adrian Mannarino.
