British No. 1 Jack Draper and Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti, ranked No. 4 and No. 7 respectively, were spotted training together on No. 1 Court at Wimbledon on June 25, 2025, in preparation for the Championships starting June 30. A video clip shared by @mondedutennis and @giovannipelazzo on X captured the session, showcasing the “pure sound” of their powerful groundstrokes on the pristine grass, as noted by @BenoitMaylin. The practice, part of a rare pre-tournament access to Wimbledon’s main courts, highlights their healthy rivalry and mutual respect as they fine-tune for the grass-court Grand Slam.
Draper, coming off a semifinal loss to Jiří Lehečka at Queen’s Club (6-4, 4-6, 7-5), and Musetti, who retired in his French Open semifinal against Carlos Alcaraz, are both in contention for the coveted fourth seed at Wimbledon, with only 315 points separating them from Novak Djokovic and Taylor Fritz. Draper’s breakout 2025 season, including an Indian Wells Masters 1000 title and a Madrid final, contrasts with Musetti’s clay-court success, notably a Monte Carlo runner-up finish. Their practice session, blending Draper’s aggressive baseline game with Musetti’s one-handed backhand flair, signals their intent to challenge top seeds Jannik Sinner and Alcaraz.
Fans on X praised the session’s intensity, with @Red3rdRocks sharing a YouTube link to the practice, noting, “Jack Draper vs Lorenzo Musetti | Practice Match on No. 1 Court.” The video, per *Tennis Tonic*, shows the duo working alongside their coaches, James Trotman and Simone Tartarini, on grass-specific tactics like serve-and-volley and low-bouncing shots. This joint session, a departure from Wimbledon’s tradition of preserving courts until match day, reflects efforts to reduce injury risks after high-profile slips in recent years. As Draper and Musetti vie for a favorable draw, their training underscores their status as dark horses for a deep Wimbledon run.
