Andy Murray: It could be applicable to retire at Wimbledon or the 2024 Paris Olympics
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- writer, Laura Scott
- Position, Sports activities information reporter
Andy Murray has mentioned it might be “applicable” for him to retire from Wimbledon or the Paris Olympics and he’s unlikely to play within the US Open or Davis Cup later this yr.
British Murray (37 years outdated) mentioned final February that he didn’t intend to “play a lot after the summer season.”
Nonetheless, the previous world primary has not confirmed what his newest match might be.
Chatting with BBC Sport on the Queen’s Membership on Sunday, Murray mentioned he nonetheless did not suppose he would proceed after the Olympics.
When requested if he might play within the US Open or Davis Cup, Murray replied: “I do not suppose so.
He added: “Possibly if I had been to finish my profession, I would favor to complete with Wimbledon or the Olympics. For me, that is perhaps extra applicable.”
“I’ve had superb experiences and reminiscences at Wimbledon, however I’ve additionally been a part of the British Olympic groups.”
Wimbledon, which Murray gained in 2013 and 2016, might be held on the grass on the All England Membership from July 1-14.
The Olympic tennis competitions might be held on the clay courts of Roland Garros from July 27 to August 4.
“Getting the possibility to compete in fifth place is a cause to remain motivated and preserve taking part in,” the Scot mentioned of his Olympic possibilities.
“Like I mentioned, loads of it is determined by the outcomes and the way I really feel bodily as nicely.”
Later in September, Nice Britain will play within the group stage of the Davis Cup Finals on the AO Area in Manchester.
Murray is collaborating within the Queen’s Membership Championship, which begins on Monday and is roofed by the BBC.
“My plans have not actually modified,” he mentioned. “I do not plan to play a lot after this summer season.
“I will see how I really feel within the subsequent couple of weeks.
“There are loads of issues to think about when retiring from sports activities.
“I believe in loads of professions, retirement is one thing you have a good time and other people actually look ahead to that day – it isn’t one thing I really feel like taking part in tennis.
“In the end, for those who’re not bodily capable of play on the stage you need, the outcomes aren’t what you need, and people issues issue into the choice.”
