The 24-year-old Briton continues to battle ongoing injury problems that have heavily disrupted his 2026 season. Draper has been sidelined since April after suffering a knee injury during the Barcelona Open, forcing him to miss several major tournaments, including the French Open.
Queen’s Club was expected to mark an important step in his return to competitive action on grass courts, but the British star has now decided to delay his comeback as he focuses on full recovery before Wimbledon. Reports indicate that Draper is now targeting a return at the Eastbourne tournament in a final attempt to gain match fitness before the prestigious Grand Slam begins.
In a statement surrounding his withdrawal, Draper admitted he was disappointed to miss one of his favorite tournaments but stressed that his rehabilitation remains the priority. The latest setback continues a frustrating run for the former World No. 4, who has struggled with multiple injuries over the past year.
The Queen’s Club Championships have already been impacted by several high-profile withdrawals, and Draper’s absence is another significant blow for British tennis fans hoping to see one of the country’s biggest stars return to action on home soil.
Despite the setback, there is still optimism within Draper’s camp that he could be fit in time for Wimbledon. The grass-court season has traditionally suited his powerful left-handed game, and many fans will hope the young Brit can recover in time to compete at SW19.
Draper’s injury struggles have severely limited his appearances this year, with the British player managing only a handful of ATP matches in 2026. His ranking has also suffered during the extended absence, adding even more pressure to his planned return during the grass-court swing.
With Wimbledon fast approaching, attention will now shift to whether Draper can successfully return at Eastbourne and regain momentum before one of the biggest tournaments in world tennis.