Andy Murray Believes in Himself Heading into Brisbane
By Harry Floyd
Former world number one Andy Murray is gearing up for the 2019 ATP Tour. The year kicks off differently than most in his career.
Although he is a former world number one and was at one point the best player in the sport, Andy Murray is starting the 2019 ATP Tour in the world number 256 position in men’s singles tennis. He has a lot of work to do in order to rise in the rankings but Murray feels that he owes it to himself to continue his comeback. The British tennis star is working his way back onto the courts following hip surgery and starts his year at the Brisbane International.
A two-time champion in men’s singles at Brisbane, Murray knows the tournament well. This time around though, reps and a solid showing are what matter most.
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Murray told the media in Brisbane that he is planning to enjoy himself on the 2019 ATP Tour. Last year was a tough one, filled with strategic decisions surrounding his career, surgery, recovery, and returning to the tennis courts.
The road ahead is somewhat unclear for the former world number one but he is out here and giving himself a chance. Everyone around Murray wants to see him succeed.
The 2019 ATP Tour kicks off with Serbian tennis great Novak Djokovic as the player to beat. Djokovic is OUR PICK to take the title in men’s singles at the upcoming Grand Slam at Melbourne Park. Play at the Brisbane International will be critical for players like Murray in order to gain some momentum heading into the Australian Open.
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At 31-years-old, Andy Murray is making the best of his recovery and comeback to the ATP Tour. He is a three-time champion at major tournaments, winning Wimbledon twice and the US Open once. He has finished runner-up the Australian Open five times throughout his career. While his winning Brisbane might be a long shot, fans and players alike are eager to see the former world number one rediscover his game and bounce back on the ATP Tour.