Jack Draper believes his “very special” relationship with Andy Murray will help him recover after injuries ruined last year’s rise to world No 4

Andy Murray has backed Jack Draper ahead of his expected return to competitive tennis, saying he has no worries about the British star’s game despite a frustrating injury-hit…

The 24-year-old has been sidelined for two months with knee and shoulder problems.

Draper rose to a career-high ranking of world No. 4 last year after winning the BNP Paribas Open, but has since dropped out of the top 100.

The former world number four has plummeted to 113 in the rankings due to injuries

Jack Draper believes his “very special” relationship with Andy Murray will help him recover after injuries ruined last year’s rise to world No 4

Draper’s new coach Murray watched from a courtside box at Eastbourne.

Britain's Jack Draper made an winning start to his comeback from injury in front of new coach Andy Murray at the Eastbourne Open on Monday.

Three-time grand slam winner Murray watched Draper from a court-side box in Eastbourne.

Jack Draper defeated Marcos Giron 6-4, 7-6 (5) in first round at Eastbourne after his return from prolonged injury problems

Draper made a triumphant return after an injury-ridden few months as Murray watched on from the stands