Former British tennis star Tim Henman has thrown his support behind rising talent Jack Draper, predicting that the young player has what it takes to thrive under the pressure of the upcoming home season. With Draper recently clinching his first ATP 1000 title by defeating Holger Rune in the Indian Wells final, Henman is confident in Draper’s abilities.
Henman highlighted Draper’s mental, physical, and technical capacities to handle the spotlight, especially now that Andy Murray has retired, leaving Draper as the frontrunner for the British No. 1 spot on the men’s side. The 23-year-old, who made it to the semifinals of the US Open in 2024, is expected to shine during the grass court season, despite his previous struggles at Wimbledon where he has never advanced beyond the second round.
Acknowledging Draper’s continuous improvement and “brilliant tennis,” Henman emphasized the importance of Draper’s support team as he navigates the challenges ahead. Despite Draper’s upcoming busy clay court season, all eyes will be on him as he gears up for the prestigious Wimbledon tournament.
As Draper aims to refine his game and make a mark on the grass courts in the UK, fans eagerly anticipate his performance and potential breakthrough at Wimbledon this year.
