Andy Murray and Naomi Osaka set to feature at Madrid Open after both accept wildcards from organisers

Andy Murray will play the Madrid Open after accepting a wildcard from the tournament's organisers. Murray had originally intended to skip the clay-court season in its entirety given fears it could exacerbate issues with his physical condition.

Ad/> But he has now seemingly had a change of heart, and reportedly feels that the long break between the Miami Open — his last competitive appearance in March — and the grass court season could hinder his chances of a successful run at Wimbledon, where he is a two-time champion. Tennis'Outrageous' — Bartoli slams lack of punishment for Zverev after umpire chair attack09/04/2022 AT 09:23 Murray has been training on clay in Florida as part of a training block with coach Ivan Lendl, who he re-appointed last month.

The pair are hoping to rekindle their success during two previous spells together, which included all of Murray's three Grand Slam titles. Murray's spring break: What does he need to work on with Lendl? Lendl: 'Bulldog' Murray can achieve 'amazing things' again 'Lendl is good medicine' — Wilander on how Murray link-up will be fun Naomi Osaka will also be present in Madrid as she has been named as one of the WTA's two wildcards alongside Rio Olympic champion Monica Puig, who has finally returned from a serious shoulder injury.

/> Osaka finished runner-up in the Miami Open as she continues her return to the tour following an extended break. — — — Stream the 2022 French Open live and on-demand on discovery+.