Murray out of Olympic singles but will play doubles

Andy Murray, the esteemed three-time Grand Slam champion, has announced his withdrawal from the singles competition at the Olympics but will still compete in doubles in Paris, marking the grand finale of his remarkable career. Murray has confirmed that this event will be his last, bringing an end to an extraordinary journey spanning five Olympic Games.

The final singles match of Murray’s career was against Jordan Thompson in the second round at Queen’s in June, where he had to retire due to a back injury. This injury also led to his withdrawal from singles at Wimbledon. However, he did manage to participate in a final doubles match at Wimbledon, the venue where he clinched two of his three major titles, showcasing his enduring passion for the sport.

In Paris, Murray will team up with fellow Brit Dan Evans, and the duo is set to face Japan’s Taro Daniel and Kei Nishikori in the first round. The pairing promises an exciting challenge and a fitting opportunity for Murray to leave his mark on the Olympic stage once more.

Reflecting on his Olympic journey, Murray shared, “The Olympics has been incredibly special for me, and there have been some amazing memories on the court – particularly in London. I’m happy I get to do this one more time. It’s unfortunate not playing in singles – I trained to get ready to play both, but I’m getting a bit older now, so it gets harder to recover from injuries. I ran out of time.”

As the draw unfolded, it also revealed the thrilling possibility of Rafael Nadal facing his long-time rival Novak Djokovic if both secure victories in their first-round ties. This potential match-up adds to the excitement and anticipation surrounding the Olympics, promising memorable moments for tennis fans worldwide.