Andy Murray Announces Retirement After 2024 Paris Olympics

Andy Murray has officially announced that he will retire from professional tennis following the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 37-year-old tennis legend plans to compete in both singles and doubles events, marking his fifth Olympic appearance.

In a heartfelt message on X, Murray wrote, “Arrived in Paris for my last ever tennis tournament. Competing for Team GB has been by far the most memorable weeks of my career and I’m extremely proud to get to do it one final time!”

Murray’s Olympic journey began in 2008 at the Beijing Games, where he faced a first-round exit against Lu Yen-hsun. He redeemed himself in spectacular fashion at the London 2012 Olympics, winning gold by defeating Roger Federer just weeks after a tough Wimbledon final loss to the same opponent. He made history at the Rio 2016 Olympics by becoming the first male tennis player to win two Olympic singles titles, triumphing over Argentina’s Juan Martin del Potro.

Throughout his illustrious career, Murray has claimed three Grand Slam titles and underwent career-saving hip surgery in January 2019. The two-time Wimbledon champion made a final competitive appearance at SW19 earlier this month, partnering with his brother Jamie in doubles, where they were unfortunately knocked out in the first round.

A recent back injury had put Murray’s Wimbledon participation in jeopardy, leading to his withdrawal from the singles event at the last moment. He had planned to compete in mixed doubles with Emma Raducanu, but she had to pull out due to a wrist injury concern.

Reflecting on his career, Murray expressed his love for the sport, stating, “It is hard because I want to keep playing, but I can’t. Physically it’s too tough now. I want to play forever. I love the sport.” He acknowledged the challenge of knowing when to stop, a skill that every professional athlete must eventually master.

Earlier this year, Murray mentioned that he wasn’t planning to play much beyond the summer but expressed a strong desire to compete in Paris. Dan Evans, the British number three, will join Murray in the doubles event.

The tennis events at the Paris Olympics will take place at Roland Garros, starting on July 27 and concluding on August 4, with medal rounds scheduled from August 2. Murray’s final appearance promises to be a fitting farewell to a remarkable career, filled with historic achievements and unforgettable moments.