Two-time Olympic gold medalist Andy Murray has announced his withdrawal from the tennis singles event at the Paris Olympics.
However, he will still participate in the doubles competition, partnering with Dan Evans.
Murray, a former world number one, is still recovering from back surgery he underwent last month and has not yet fully regained his fitness.
Despite his retirement plans at the end of his fifth Olympic Games, Murray is optimistic about his chances of winning another medal in the men’s doubles.
He believes that competing in the doubles event offers his best opportunity for success.
“I’ve taken the decision to withdraw from the singles to concentrate on the doubles with Dan,” said the 37-year-old.
“Our practice has been great and we’re playing well together. Really looking forward to getting started and representing GB one more time.”
Murray won gold in singles in London in 2012 and in Rio four years later, as well as silver in mixed doubles with Laura Robson in 2012.
His withdrawal means his final singles match was his brief second-round appearance at Queen’s Club against Jordan Thompson last month before he was forced to pull out because of a spinal cyst.
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