Meet US Open tennis star Jack Draper’s parents – from high-profile dad to sporting champion mum, everything you need to know

Behind the booming serve and rising career of British tennis star Jack Draper lies a family tree rooted deep in the world of professional sports. While Jack is often praised for his “natural-born fighter” spirit, it’s clear that his competitive edge is a family heirloom.

Here is everything you need to know about the powerhouse parents behind the British star.

The Administrative Ace: Roger Draper (Dad)

If the name sounds familiar to tennis aficionados, it’s because Roger Draper was once one of the most powerful figures in British sport.

• LTA Leadership: Roger served as the Chief Executive of the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) from 2006 to 2013, overseeing the era that saw Andy Murray break the 77-year Wimbledon drought.

   

• Sporting Pedigree: Before the LTA, he was the CEO of Sport England, where he played a pivotal role in London’s 2012 Olympic bid.

   

• The Mentor Role: Growing up with a father who understood the mechanics of the pro tour wasn’t always easy—Jack has admitted to facing “jealousy” from peers because of his father’s high-profile role—but it gave him a front-row seat to what it takes to reach the top.

   

The On-Court Spark: Nicky Draper (Mum)

While Jack’s dad handled the boardrooms, his mother, Nicky Draper, was the one who first nurtured his talent on the court.

• Junior Champion: Nicky was a standout player in her own right, holding the title of former junior British tennis champion.

   

• The First Coach: She noticed Jack’s “incredible hand-eye coordination” when he was just one year old. She later became a tennis coach at a school in Cobham, ensuring that the sport was “in his blood” from day one.

   

• The Support System: Nicky is a constant fixture in Jack’s player box, often seen riding the emotional roller coaster of his high-stakes matches at tournaments like the US Open.

A True Family Affair

The sporting influence doesn’t stop with his parents. Jack’s brother, Ben Draper, also played high-level college tennis at the University of California-Berkeley and now serves as Jack’s agent, keeping the business side of “Team Draper” within the family. Even his grandmother, Brenda, was a county-level player, proving that for Jack, tennis isn’t just a career—it’s the family business.

As Jack continues his 2026 season—recently making headlines by bringing Andy Murray into his coaching camp—he does so with the backing of a family that has seen the game from every possible angle.