We’ve witnessed Rafael Nadal‘s powerful skills and iconic on-court style over two decades and 22 Grand Slams. Rafa’s long hair tied back with bandanas and his sleeveless, comfortable look captured titles and hearts worldwide. Now at the US Open, Jack Draper is bringing the spotlight back to that classic Spaniard style.

In his opening round against Federico Agustin Gomez, Draper stayed cool under pressure and looked stylish doing it! The match stretched into a four-set battle, ending with the British No. 1 as the winner. But it wasn’t just the win—his look stole all the attention. Draper showed off his new kit from sponsor Vuori, sporting a grey muscle tee and white shorts.

Curious about the inspiration behind the look? Jack Draper didn’t hold back: “You have Vuori to thank for that.” He added, “I always grew up watching Rafa. I always wanted to rock the sleeveless one day. There was a couple years ago I didn’t have the arms for it. I looked terrible but now it’s coming together.” The top really highlighted his strong arms and that striking lightning bolt tattoo over his left shoulder.

At 6ft 4in and 90kg, Draper has developed a formidable physique, which he views as essential for success at the highest level of men’s tennis.  His transformation has been fast-tracked by the intense training and support from fitness trainer Matt Little and physio Shane Annun, both previously vital members of Andy Murray’s team before joining Draper earlier this year.

Now, he’s heading into the next round, and it’s looking good for the fifth seed at the US Open! Don’t miss out on all the tournament updates on our Live Blog here! ON the other hand, this isn’t the first time Draper has brought up Rafa!

Being a fellow lefty, it’s one of the similarities many notice about Draper and the King of Clay. Especially during his 2025 Indian Wells cmapaign, which the Briton won and earned a new career high ranking at No.6! He became the only other left-handed player to reach a ranking that high other than Rafa! But while it’s flattering, Jack Draper was humble.

“I mean I haven’t won 14 Roland-Garros [titles] just yet! Rafa is obviously someone, being a lefty, that I looked up to when I was younger. I don’t sort of compare myself to him, but I’d like to think that I want to have qualities like Rafa. Whether that’s attitude or his forehand with the shape. There’s certain things I can take from him for sure, but not quite his level yet on the clay,” he said.

But now he’s back at the touranmnet with some serious momentum behind him. All while sporting a fresh look to take on the tournament where he reached the semifinals last year! But why?

Jack Draper explains the reason behind joining Vuori

Just before the US Open, he announced he’ll be stepping onto the court in a fresh new look—backed by Vuori, the California-based brand valued at $5.5 billion. The news dropped last week: Draper is officially the new Global Brand Ambassador for Vuori. It’s a huge move for both sides, and fans will see him debut the partnership on the grand stage in New York.

To make it even sweeter, Jack Draper won’t just be wearing the gear. He’ll also be putting his name on a signature product line, proof that Vuori is all-in on him. When the 22‑year‑old confirmed the deal, you could feel the buzz. “For me, style is about how you carry yourself, what you wear, and owning who you are without hesitation,” Draper said. “As I’ve grown up, I’ve really embraced style as a form of self-expression, and whether it’s shaving my head or trying something bold, I just go for it. That’s why collaborating with Vuori is so exciting. It’s a chance to create something innovative, performance-driven, and authentic, with no compromises.”

Now, Jack Draper heads into the US Open with new energy and new threads, ready to keep rolling in Flushing Meadows. He’s through to the next round, where he’ll face off against Zizou Bergs. The question is—can he carry this momentum, both on the court and in style, and take down the German challenger? Let us know your thoughts below!