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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Joe Donnelly

Andy Murray withdraws from Paris Olympics and ends singles career

Andy Murray has announced his withdrawal from the men's singles at the Paris Olympics 2024, which marks his retirement from singles tennis all told. 

In a statement, the Scotsman said he will instead focus on his men's double partnership with Dan Evans. 

The 37-year-old's confirmation of withdrawal from the men's singles follows statements made on Wednesday evening

"I need to make that decision [on being fit enough to play singles tennis] this evening but I don’t think so," said Murray. 

"Obviously me and Dan [Evans] have made the commitment to each other that (doubles) was what we were going to prioritise."


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Murray added: "I think Dan is still going to play singles but last week he did a lot of doubles practice, that’s what I was predominantly practising in training when I was in Greece and since we’ve been here, we’ve been practising and playing doubles sets together.

"That gives the team and us the best opportunity to get a medal, realistically. 

"My back is still not perfect and the potential of playing two matches in a day is maybe not the best."

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