One of the most vital lessons Jack Draper is learning as an elite player is the ability to mentally recharge in the middle of a busy season.
The British number one will be seeded fifth when the French Open begins on Sunday, having emerged as a force at the top of the men’s game.
It has been a steep rise for the 23-year-old Englishman, who returns to Paris looking to prove a point after losing in the first round last year.
But increased success can bring more fatigue – something Draper has regularly highlighted the dangers of.
Having spent a few days back in London, Draper says he feels “refreshed” going into Roland Garros.
“If I go home and have a complete day off, I’ll be normal and do things like go to my local cafe, a greasy spoon in Putney,” he told BBC Sport.
“It’s not an athlete’s breakfast, it’s the normal stuff – beans, sausages, hash browns, all of that tackle.
“I’ll maybe go into London, be with friends and be around my family who I never see.
“Tennis, especially if you’re doing well in these tournaments, is very full on.”
