Andy Murray vs Jack Draper Preview & Prediction | 2022 Battle of the Brits
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THE FACTS
When is Andy Murray vs Jack Draper on and what time does it start? Andy Murray vs Jack Draper will take place on Wednesday 21st December, 2022 – not before 20:00 (UK)
Where is Andy Murray vs Jack Draper taking place? Andy Murray vs Jack Draper will take place at the P&J Arena in Aberdeen, Scotland
What surface is Andy Murray vs Jack Draper being played on? Andy Murray vs Jack Draper will take place on an indoor hard court
Where can I get tickets for Andy Murray vs Jack Draper? Visit this link for the latest ticket information for Andy Murray vs Jack Draper
What channel is Andy Murray vs Jack Draper on in the UK? Andy Murray vs Jack Draper can be televised live on BBC streaming platforms
Where can I stream Andy Murray vs Jack Draper in the UK? Andy Murray vs Jack Draper can be streamed live on BBC iPlayer and the BBC Sport website, while Tennis Channel subscribers can also stream the match live
THE PREDICTION
Former world number one Andy Murray will enjoy a hero’s welcome when he takes to the court in Aberdeen on Wednesday evening and playing for Scotland against the likely future British number one will be a big motivation for him. The 35-year-old has been effusive in his praise for world number 42 Draper, who recently usurped Murray in the ATP world rankings, after the youngster enjoyed an incredible transition from Challenger tennis up to contesting well at Masters level. Draper will turn 21 the day after this first meeting with Murray and wins over the likes of Felix Auger-Aliassime, Stefanos Tsitsipas and Dominic Thiem in recent months are proof that he can handle himself against top-quality opposition already.
This match could be worth holding off of in the markets as Murray will be desperate to play doubles with his brother in the tournament closer on Friday night and so any injury concerns will likely see an early retirement from this, ultimately, exhibition match – as happened at the 2020 addition of Battle of the Brits. Otherwise, it would not be a surprise to see a deciding set required in a first meeting between the two, with Draper improving all the time and Murray ending 2022 a little loosely. However, backing Murray to edge through the winner seems the sensible thing to do as the former world number one has made a career from returning the kinds of high-power shots Draper serves with interest.
