“I have no doubt he’s gonna try,” Former British No.1 expresses concerns over Andy Murray’s availability for Wimbledon after Queen’s Club injury

Andy Murray's final years on tour are getting painful with each passing day.

“I have no doubt he’s gonna try,” Former British No.1 expresses concerns over Andy Murray’s availability for Wimbledon after Queen’s Club injury

Andy Murray at Queen's Club (via Imago)

Tennis icon Andy Murray delivered unfortunate news to the entire British tennis community by withdrawing from his Round of 16 match against Jordan Thompson at the Queen’s Club. He was trailing 4-1 in the first set before succumbing to a back injury.

Murray’s injury has raised concerns among British tennis fans, including former British No.1 John Lloyd, who expressed his worries during a BBC broadcast about the three-time Grand Slam champion’s condition.

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Another injury and also best of five sets as well, that makes it doubly harder. It’s gonna be rough for him. But if he can, he will play at Wimbledon. There’s no question about it. Even if he’s on a walking stick, he’s gonna try and play out there. There’s no doubt about it.
John Lloyd said on a BBC broadcast

The Queen’s Club has historically been favorable to Murray. The 37-year-old enjoyed a successful run at the event from 2009 to 2016, securing five titles during that period. Among his victories were notable wins in 2013 and 2016, which were fundamental to his Wimbledon triumphs in those years.

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There is enough time, unless it’s something major, which I really believe it isn’t. He will play at Wimbledon, I have no doubt he’s gonna try under all circumstances.
John Lloyd added

However, injuries over the past six years, including hip surgery, have significantly impacted Murray’s career. The former World No.1 even announced his retirement at the beginning of 2019 but later reversed his decision, aiming to remain competitive at least until the Paris Olympics this year.

Andy Murray headlines the Great Britain roster for the Paris Olympics

Andy Murray, a three-time Grand Slam champion, achieved a unique feat in Olympic history by winning consecutive gold medals in singles at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Games. The former World No.1 will participate in what might be his final Olympic tournament in Paris alongside debutants Jack Draper and Cameron Norrie.

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Andy Murray at Wimbledon (via Imago)

Murray’s memorable triumphs include defeating Roger Federer 6-2, 6-1, 6-4 in the 2012 London Olympics final, avenging his Wimbledon loss to the Swiss Maestro earlier that year. In Rio 2016, he successfully defended his gold medal by overcoming Juan Martin Del Potro 7-5, 4-6, 6-2, 7-5 in a thrilling final.

In addition to his singles achievements, Murray also secured a silver medal in mixed doubles at the London 2012 Olympics, partnering with Laura Robson. Emma Raducanu, the former US Open champion, was notably absent from the team selection.

According to BBC reports, the former World No.10, who didn’t receive the wildcard at Roland Garros last month, declined a wildcard offer to participate at the Olympics. British women’s number one Katie Boulter will make her Olympic debut in the women’s singles tournament, adding to the excitement surrounding Team GB’s tennis contingent in Tokyo.

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