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Murray ‘most likely’ to miss rest of season with hip injury
World no. 2 Tennis superstar, Andy Murray, has provided a worrying update on his ongoing hip injury, saying he will “most likely” miss the rest of the season.
The Briton, who pulled out of the US Open days before the tournament began late August, is targeting a return to action for the Australian Open in mid-January, 2018.
Murray has not played since Wimbledon in July as he lost the number one spot to rival Rafael Nadal last month, and has now withdrawn from October’s ATP Tour events in Beijing and Shanghai.
“Unfortunately, I won’t be able to compete in the upcoming events in Beijing and Shanghai, and most likely, the final two events to finish the season in Vienna and Paris due to my hip injury which has been bothering me the last few months,” Murray said.
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In the statement posted on social media, Murray said he will begin his 2018 season at the Brisbane International, starting on 1 January, in preparation for the first Grand Slam of the year.
He added: “Having consulted with a number of leading hip specialists over the last week, along with my own team, we have decided that this is the best decision for my long-term future.
“I’m confident after this extended period of rest and rehabilitation I will be able to reach my best level again and be competing for Grand Slam titles next season.
“I have a fantastic team working alongside me to help me through this process and appreciate the support from them and all of my fans over this difficult period.”
However, Murray will take on Roger Federer in an exhibition match in Glasgow on November 7, with all proceeds going to charity.
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