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Jack Draper has been awarded a wild card for the National Bank Open in Montreal, which begins on August 3 and is broadcast live on Sky Sports. The British tennis player, coached by Sir Andy Murray, is returning from a left arm injury that caused him to miss all three Grand Slam tournaments in 2026. Draper, who has slipped to world No. 147 in the ATP rankings, withdrew from the DC Open in Washington to prepare for Montreal. He has played only five tour events this year, last competing in Eastbourne. Draper expressed that he has faced significant physical and mental challenges over the past 12 months but feels physically good now. The wild card is crucial for his US Open qualifying campaign, as he currently lacks direct entry into the main draw.
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Jack Draper has been awarded a wild card for the National Bank Open in Montreal, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports from Monday, August 3.
The British tennis player received one of the final wild card entries, alongside Canadians Alexis Galarneau and Liam Draxl, as he continues his recovery from a left arm injury.
The former world No. 4 has endured an injury-plagued 2026 season, missing all three Grand Slam tournaments to date. He enters the National Bank Open following a late withdrawal from this week's DC Open in Washington.
Ranking and US Open Prospects
Draper, who is coached by Sir Andy Murray, has dropped to world No. 147 in the ATP rankings. This leaves him likely to face qualifying rounds if he hopes to compete at the US Open in September, having missed direct entry into the main draw.
Limited 2026 Season
Draper has played only five tour events this year, with his most recent appearance at Eastbourne last month.
Speaking ahead of his withdrawal from Washington, Draper said:
"I've had an incredibly challenging 12 months, a lot of adversity, a lot of problem solving, a lot of pain, and trying to understand that and come through it.
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"I've never had a long-term injury before so I feel much better than I ever have in the last year. I feel physically really good."
Injury History
Draper first stepped away from the tour a year ago with the arm problem and has managed only a handful of tournaments since. Knee and shoulder issues have also interrupted his comeback.
Having missed the Australian Open, the French Open, and Wimbledon, Draper's chances of participating in the final major tournament of 2026 — the US Open — remain uncertain.
How to Watch
- National Bank Open in Montreal: Live on Sky Sports from Monday, August 3
- US Open: From August 30, live on Sky Sports or stream via NOW and the Sky Sports app
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Jack Draper Given Wild Card for National Bank Open in Montreal