Shivendra Singh
Andy Murray has officially announced his retirement from professional tennis, confirming that he will compete in his final tournament at the upcoming Paris Olympics. The 37-year-old British tennis star shared the news via social media on July 23, 2024, expressing pride in representing Great Britain for the fifth time at the Olympic Games, which will take place from July 27 to August 4.
In his announcement, Murray reflected on his career, stating, “Competing for Great Britain has undoubtedly been the highlight of my career, and I am incredibly proud to do it one last time!” He will participate in both singles and doubles events in Paris.
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Andy Murray’s illustrious career includes two Olympic gold medals in men’s singles, won at the London 2012 and Rio 2016 Games, as well as a silver medal in mixed doubles at the 2012 Olympics. His decision to retire comes after a series of injuries and surgeries, including a hip replacement in 2019, which have impacted his ability to compete at the highest level.
Andy Murray’s journey in tennis has been marked by significant achievements, including three Grand Slam titles, and he has expressed a deep love for the sport, stating, “I would love to keep playing but I can’t… Physically it’s just too tough now”.
