Andy Murray states when Jack Draper plans to return to tennis and discusses if he will play the Australian Open

Andy Murray, who joined Jack Draper's coaching team ahead of the 2026 grass-court season, has provided an update on the British player's return from injury. Draper played only 15 matches in 2026 and has not competed since the Cincinnati Open 43 days ago, missing all four Grand Slams. Murray stated on 'The Sports Agents' podcast that Draper plans to return at the start of the new year, but cautioned that health is the priority over targeting a specific tournament like the Australian Open, for which Draper would require a wild card based on his current ranking.