While Draper is keen to get stuck in at the Davis Cup, he may not be called up for their first tie against Finland on Wednesday given the quick turnaround from the US Open. “He is really excited to come here but we have to get him on the practice court, see how he’s doing, assess him,” the captain continued.
“Ultimately I’ll make the call on that. I have to select the team to do what is best, not just for tomorrow, but also we have really important matches at the weekend as well. We just have to weigh up risk versus reward a little bit.”
Smith could instead call up Davis Cup veteran Dan Evans and debutant Billy Harris for the singles matches against Finland on Wednesday. Britain will also face Argentina on Friday and Canada on Sunday. Both countries boast strong singles players, and Draper may be rested for those rubbers instead.
“If he’s not [ready for Wednesday], I’ve got every faith in those sitting beside me now,” the Glaswegian added, speaking alongside the rest of the squad before Draper’s arrival.
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