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 | Andy Murray will miss Roland Garros22-05-2013 |
World № 2 Andy Murray declined to participate in the second year of a Grand Slam - Roland Garros.
Back problems torture Murray, and he declared himself that he could not compete at the French Open. The Scottish rocket received injury during the tournament in Rome, and did not play last week.
Roland Garros starts in Paris on May 26.
"The decision was very difficult, because I love to play in Paris, but after seeking medical advice, I figured I'm not well enough to play," Murray said in a statement. "I apologize to the organizers, and thanks to everyone who supported me. Now concentrate solely on a rapid recovery. "
Andy Murray has revealed that back problems have torturing him since 2011, but the most serious is the situation when he is competing on clay.
For the first time in 19 years there will be no British in the main draw at Roland Garros.
Murray is expected to return to court next month, now on grass.