Jack Draper was forced to leave the Japan Open quarterfinals with an injury during his match against France’s Hugo Humbert on Sunday.
British No. 1 Draper, who lost the first set 7-5 in Tokyo, was treated for an abdominal problem and was unable to continue playing at 2-1 behind, ending his appearance in the tournament.
For a spot in the finals, Humbert will face Tomas Machak of the Czech Republic, whom Draper recently defeated at the US Open.
Draper, who was playing in his first ATP Tour tournament since reaching the last four at the US Open earlier this month, initially continued playing after treatment, but withdrew after his movement during rallies became clearly restricted. did.
Prior to his trip to Japan, the 22-year-old lost both of his Davis Cup matches for Great Britain, but produced a superb performance in the Japanese capital, defeating Italy’s Mattia Bellucci and second-seeded Poland’s Hubert Hurkasz in straight sets. I showed you. tennis.
Draper, who has continued to run injury-free until 2024, endured suspended seasons in 2021, 2022, and 2023.
After a coin toss and warm-ups, the start of the game was briefly delayed due to rain, and the players left the court as the roof was closed.
Draper and Humbert were then broken twice each in the opening nine games, with the former calling in a physio.
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Draper had previously broken Humbert in the first set with some great defensive shots.
The Englishman, who was lying on the side of the court for treatment, managed to stay in the first set with his service game, but was broken in his next service game, and Humbert, also a left-hander, took control with a stunning crosscourt forehand. I held it.
Draper played three more games before trudging off the court after being called a timeout.
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