Overview

• Draper has ended his 2025 ATP season and withdrawn from the Shanghai Masters for a second straight year.
• Scans identified a bone bruise of the upper left humerus attributed to overuse, with discomfort first noted during the spring clay swing and flaring again at the US Open, where he pulled out before round two.
• He is back training at the National Tennis Centre with a focus on fitness and low-intensity on-court work as he avoids serving until fully healed.
• UTS organisers say he plans to play the London Grand Final on 5–7 December after accepting a wildcard, with Patrick Mouratoglou expressing confidence in his participation while stressing the need for complete healing to prevent a stress fracture.
• The layoff has intensified debate over the tour’s demanding schedule, and Draper has discussed refining his serve for efficiency rather than raw pace to reduce arm stress.