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GB to assess Draper’s fitness for Davis Cup opener after US Open exertions
Jack Draper

LEON SMITH has not ruled out Jack Draper making a swift return to action in Great Britain’s Davis Cup opener against Finland today.

The 22-year-old was due to arrive at Manchester Arena this afternoon, four days after his defeat by Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals of the US Open.

Draper struggled physically during the encounter, with anxiety and the humid conditions causing him to vomit several times on court.

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