Norrie relishes the chance to be the “underdog” against Draper

On Thursday, Norrie will face teammate Draper in the Davis Cup for England.

Cameron Norrie has overcome deep-rooted doubts about himself in the run-up to Wimbledon and is now relishing the chance to be the underdog against British No. 1 Jack Draper in the second round.

The Briton, who was runner-up in his opening match at the All England Club, faced world No. 67 Facundo Diaz Acosta and won in straight sets, 7-5, 7-5, 6-3. Following the excited victory of Katie Boulter in court No. 3, Norrie meant business after defeats in the first round at the Rothesay International Eastbourne du LTA and the Cinch championships at the Queen’s Club.

British equality between the teammate of Norrie and Davis Cup Draper is waiting on Thursday and Norrie knows that he will have to be at his best if he wants to put a breach in the newly installed British reign. He said: “It’s a bit surprising to be the underdog again after so long and I’m looking forward to the challenge. We have to do everything we can to take our chances with Jack. He’s playing very well right now. “He was ahead of me in the rankings, his results were better than mine, especially in the season on grass courts.