Jack Draper confirmed that he is withdrawing from the Dubai Duty Free Championships less than 24 hours after making it to the final of the Qatar Open.

After an incredible week in Doha, culminating in defeat to Andrey Rublev, Draper has made the decision to prioritise his long-term fitness by pulling out of his next scheduled event.

Speaking on social media, the British number one confirmed that he would be back in action at the Indian Wells Open and the Miami Open as tennis returns to the United States.

He wrote in a statement: “Unfortunately, I have made the decision to withdraw from @DubaiDutyFree After a great week at @qataropentennis.

“I’m taking onboard advice to prioritise my recovery and manage my body after a number of long matches,and give myself the best chance of competing consistently throughout the year.

“I’m gutted not to compete at such an amazing event @dubaidutyfree_tennis but will look forward to returning to competition @bnpparibasopen @MiamiOpen.”

Draper, having lost 7-5, 5-7, 6-1 to Rublev, maintained that he was “proud” of his run in Qatar after overcoming various injury concerns throughout his young career.

“It’s been an amazing week,” he said on court. “Andrey was too good today. We played some tough matches this week and in the third set he was just a bit too strong for me.

“I’m really proud of my efforts this week. Every day, I wake up and try to improve, so it’s a testament to my hard work, I suppose.”

Rublev added: “It feels amazing. It’s my first ever title that I won twice. I’m really happy.

“I think both of us were really tired after two three-set matches that finished late. We were exhausted and it was difficult, but somehow we were able to play at a good level.

“When I lost the second set, I let it go and started to play more freely. I played at a good level. In some moments, I was really good mentally and didn’t let frustration get over me.

“As soon as I was frustrated, I was able to restart again and I was able to play at the same intensity. That’s the most important thing.”