Jack Draper says he has had to overcome "lots of dark moments" during his injury lay-off as he prepares to make his long-awaited return.

The 24-year-old's 2025 season was derailed by an injury to his upper left arm which first flared up during the clay-court season in the spring. He has played just one singles match since his second round exit at Wimbledon.

"[It's] been a long time since I've been able to compete. I've stayed in a good place, although it's been tricky [with] a lot of dark moments and a lot of tough times, but that's the sport I signed up for," Draper told the LTA website.

"I'm happy to be back playing again. I miss the buzz of competing. I've missed the thrill of playing in front of people, against great players, and that winning feeling you can't replicate in training.

"It's going to feel great to get back out there again."

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So, we've got two singles matches for you this evening and then we'll be back tomorrow again for doubles and two more singles matches.

The winner of this tie will face either Australia or Ecuador in a second round qualifier for a spot at November's Davis Cup Finals in Italy.

Here's the order of play for this evening...

• Viktor Durasovic (Nor) v Jack Draper (GB)
• Nicolai Budkov Kjaer (Nor) v Cameron Norrie (GB)

And welcome to our live text coverage for Great Britain's Davis Cup tie against Norway.

British number one Jack Draper will be on court shortly, returning from injury to play his first match since the US Open in August.

Then it will be Cameron Norrie's turn as GB look to win their first-round qualifier in Oslo.

Let's get straight into it...

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