Jack Draper recently shared that he was dealing with tonsillitis following a tough defeat to Jiri Lehecka in the semi-finals of the Queen's Club Championship.

The British No 1 had secured fourth-seed status at Wimbledon but missed out on a final spot after a 6-4 4-6 7-5 loss to Lehecka.

Despite being diagnosed with tonsillitis, Draper decided to push through and compete in the event, emphasizing the challenges of being a professional athlete.

Draper acknowledged that he was not feeling well throughout the week but was determined to give his best on the court.

He expressed his pride in his performance despite the circumstances and credited Lehecka for being the better player on the day.

Draper's struggle with tonsillitis was evident during the match, with Lehecka's strong serves and key moments ultimately deciding the outcome.

While Draper fought hard and showed resilience, Lehecka's performance proved to be superior, leading to his victory in the semi-final.

Lehecka's win also marked a significant milestone as he became the first Czech finalist at Queen's Club in 35 years.

Draper, on the other hand, remained positive about his efforts on the court despite the defeat.

He acknowledged his emotions during the match, including moments of frustration, but maintained his focus on competing at his best.

In the women's event, former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova secured a commanding victory over world No 1 Aryna Sabalenka to reach the final.

Vondrousova's strong performance on grass and aggressive playstyle helped her secure a straight-set win over Sabalenka.

The Czech player expressed her delight at returning to top form and reaching the final after a period of injury setbacks.

Vondrousova will face qualifier Wang Xinyu in the final, who also delivered an impressive performance to reach her first career final.

Overall, the Queen's Club Championship showcased intense competition and remarkable displays of talent from both male and female players.