Alex Michelsen vs Jack Draper Preview & Prediction | 2026 Washington Open (Mubadala DC Open) | First Round
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Alex Michelsen takes on Jack Draper in the first-round of the Washington Open.
Ranking points: ATP 500
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Venue: William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center, Washington, USA
Surface: Outdoor hard
How to watch on TV: UK – Sky Sports Tennis / US – Tennis Channel
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Alex Michelsen vs Jack Draper prediction
Alex Michelsen comes into this tournament on the back of a title on the Challenger Tour, following success in Bloomfield Hills, while he also progressed to the semi-finals in Newport. Overall, he has eight wins from his last nine matches in total. His best ATP result was right at the start of the year as he reached the semi-finals of the Brisbane International. He also enjoyed a strong run at both of the Sunshine Double events, advancing to the round-of-16.
He will face former world number four Jack Draper in round one. Draper’s struggles with injury have seen his ranking drop to 147 in the world. He made his latest return at the Eastbourne Open, losing in the semi-finals to Ugo Humbert. He was set to compete at Wimbledon, but he had to retire on the eve of the tournament due to a recurrence of an arm injury. Draper is now set to make his latest return, with Andy Murray remaining part of his coaching setup.
There is no doubting Draper’s quality, but his fitness is such a concern. Michelsen is a tough first-round opponent for the former British number one.
Alex Michelsen vs Jack Draper tip: Both players to win a set
