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Andy Murray 'would still like to play' at French Open despite first round Italian Open exit to Fabio Fognini

Andy Murray says he «would still like to play» at the French Open after losing to Fabio Fognini in the opening round of the Italian Open, but will decide in the next few days. The 35-year-old lost 4-6 6-4 4-6 to the home favourite in a gruelling contest that lasted almost three hours. Ad It marked a third consecutive ATP 1000 first-round defeat for Murray on clay, after suffering the same fate in Monte Carlo and Madrid.

Why Italian Open and French Open could be key for Andy Murray's hopes of Wimbledon seeding spot

Of the 46 titles he has won in his career to date, the second-tier ATP Challenger event won in Aix-en-Provence last weekend is unlikely to rank near the top for Andy Murray in terms of prestige. But in terms of how the remainder of his 2023 season pans out, it could be an absolutely vital one. Ad Murray appeared to be in a tough spot before playing the tournament, unsure whether to continue to commit to playing on clay following first-round losses in Monte Carlo and Madrid, and seemingly growing more frustrated in every match at not producing the same level he did during an encouraging start to the year.

Murray Wins First Title Since 2019 To Boost Wimbledon Seeding Bid

Former world number one Andy Murray won his first title since 2019 on Sunday with victory at the Aix-en-Provence Challenger in France. Three-time Grand Slam champion Murray had gone without a title since he triumphed in Antwerp in October 2019. Murray, now ranked 52, defeated top seed Tommy Paul, the world number 17 from the United States, 2-6, 6-1, 6-2 in the final of the clay court event. The 35-year-old Briton, who is hoping to boost his ranking to ensure a seeded spot in the Wimbledon draw in July, last won on the second-tier Challenger tour at American events in Aptos and Binghamton in 2005.

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Iga Swiatek with impressive performance for second Madrid Open final win

Aryna Sabalenka continued her stunning 2023 form with an impressive win over world No. 1 Iga Swiatek in a high calibre top-two tussle that concluded with the Belarusian claiming the second Mutua Madrid Open title of her career.

Andy Murray sees off Harold Mayot to set up final with Tommy Paul in Aix-en-Provence

Andy Murray booked his place in a first final on clay since the 2016 French Open when beating Harold Mayot in the semi-finals of the Aix-en-Provence Challenger. The two-time Wimbledon champion is striving to get some time on clay into his legs before Roland Garros, which prompted his decision to play in Aix-en-Provence. Ad After battling past Gael Monfils, Laurent Lokoli and Luca van Assche, only Mayot stood between Murray and a place in the final.

Aix-en-Provence Challenger: Andy Murray beats Luca van Assche in straight sets to reach semi-finals

Andy Murray’s clay-court recovery continued as he defeated Luca van Assche 6-2 7-6(6) to reach the semi-finals of the Aix-en-Provence Challenger. The Scot will face Harold Mayor or Alexander Bublik next as he rebuilds confidence and form ahead of Roland Garros in the wake of a shaky start to the clay season. Ad Murray cruised through a confident opening set before recovering from facing two set points to edge a second set tie-break.

Djokovic takes ATP No 1 spot back from Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic returned to number one spot in ATP rankings published on Monday despite missing US tournaments last month because of his lack of a Covid vaccination.

Djokovic reclaims the No.1 position from Alcaraz

Serbia’s Novak Djokovic (Photo by Marco BERTORELLO / AFP)

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Andy Murray 'would still like to play' at French Open despite first round Italian Open exit to Fabio Fognini

Why Italian Open and French Open could be key for Andy Murray's hopes of Wimbledon seeding spot

Murray Wins First Title Since 2019 To Boost Wimbledon Seeding Bid

Aryna Sabalenka defeats Iga Swiatek with impressive performance for second Madrid Open final win

Andy Murray sees off Harold Mayot to set up final with Tommy Paul in Aix-en-Provence

Aix-en-Provence Challenger: Andy Murray beats Luca van Assche in straight sets to reach semi-finals

Djokovic takes ATP No 1 spot back from Alcaraz

Djokovic reclaims the No.1 position from Alcaraz