Andy Murray opens up on Wimbledon singles decision and why it was the right call NOT to play

Andy Murray has opened up on his decision to NOT play singles at Wimbledon - as all focus now turns to teaming up with brother Jamie in the doubles.

The Scot gave himself until the final minute to make a decision ahead of his scheduled first round match against Tomas Machac. He was back on the court testing his injury after overcoming a spinal cyst removal just ten days ago. But after sleeping on things and speaking to his team and family the 37-year-old opted against playing as he detailed his reasons why.

It was a disappointing outcome for the tennis fans and Murray himself - but he will get an on-court swansong having confirmed he WILL play in the doubles. He practiced with his brother on Tuesday afternoon, with Murray opening up on his singles call. He explained: "I decided this morning. I slept on it, I told my team and my family that I didn't think I was going to play just based on how I felt yesterday. I practised pretty well and I was playing pretty good, I just wasn't happy with how my leg was feeling and I wanted to sleep on it and make sure I was happy with the decision.

"I ran around at home a bit this morning when I got up and it just wasn't where I wanted it to be unfortunately. It's probably a few days too soon. But I worked extremely hard to at least give myself a chance to play.

"It was the right decision. It is extremely disappointing that I wasn't able to play but, at the same time, where I'm at, 10 days after the operation in comparison to where I was told I would be and what my expectations were is incredible really. I obviously practised with my brother today and I look forward to playing the doubles.

"I'm disappointed, I wanted to play in the tournament. I wanted to have a chance to go out there