“I want to play at Wimbledon one more time” : Andy Murray gives update on his ‘complicated’ situation
Andy Murray has stated that he is yet to make a decision on his participation at Wimbledon this year. The two-time Wimbledon winner underwent a spinal cyst surgery last week, which more or less put an end to his chances of competing at the Championships this year.
However, in a surprising statement, Andy Murray has already started preparations to compete at his home tournament next week. A late decision will be made on his participation, as this could mark his last ever appearance at Wimbledon, or perhaps any Grand Slam event.
Andy Murray withdrew from the second round of the Queen’s Championships last week due to a back injury. The Briton is desperate to play his home slam for one final time, as he more or less assured of bidding adieu to the sport after the Paris Olympics next month.
“I feel that I deserve the opportunity to give it until the very last moment to make that decision. It’s complicated and it’s made more complicated because I want to play at Wimbledon one more time. Because of what I put into the sport over the last however many years, I would at least like to go out playing a proper match where I’m at least competitive, not what happened at Queen’s,” said Murray.
Andy Murray hopeful of competing at Wimbledon
Andy Murray is also scheduled to compete in the Doubles event, alongside his brother Jamie Murray. The Briton is excited to team up with his brother for the first time in his career.
“Maybe this is just how it was meant to happen for me,” Murray continued. “Getting to play with Jamie in doubles is something that obviously I have never done before. That can be special as well.”
Andy Murray has enjoyed a lot of success at the Championship over the years. He claimed his first Wimbledon in 2013, defeating Novak Djokovic in straight sets in the final. He had to wait for three more years to claim his second title at the Championships.
Wimbledon has also planned a special farewell for its two-time champion, given that this could be his last appearance at the event. A similar ceremony was planned for Rafael Nadal at the French Open, which was turned down by him given that he could still compete in Paris next year.
