Andy Murray has hit the training courts once again as he gears up for his fifth and final Olympics.
The 37-year-old tennis icon, who recently announced his retirement, was spotted at Roland Garros, the venue of the French Open, hitting balls with his Team GB teammate, Dan Evans.
Murray, having made history as the first man to defend his Olympic singles gold medal at Rio 2016, is back in the mix with a strong Team GB squad.
Alongside Evans, Jack Draper, and Cam Norrie, he’s hoping for a standout performance as the Games kick off this Saturday.
The latest photos capture Murray in a lime top and navy shorts, training intensely on the clay court with the team’s coach.
Moments later, he was seen discussing tactics with Evans, currently ranked 59th in the world.
The images also show Murray preparing to return a shot from a teammate, demonstrating his readiness for the upcoming matches.
Just hours before these training snapshots were released, Murray made his retirement announcement on social media.
Arriving in Paris, he shared a nostalgic photo from the Rio Olympics podium and wrote, “Arrived in Paris for my last ever tennis tournament @Olympics.
Competing for Britain has been by far the most memorable weeks of my career and I’m extremely proud to get to do it one final time.”
Murray’s Olympic journey began in Beijing 2008, with gold medals in London 2012 and Rio 2016.
He also clinched a silver in mixed doubles in London with Laura Robson.
His Wimbledon victories in 2013 and 2016, ending a 77-year British men’s singles drought, solidify his legacy as one of the sport’s greats.
Earlier this month, Murray bid an emotional farewell at Wimbledon following a first-round doubles defeat with his brother Jamie.
After recent surgery to address a spinal issue affecting his right leg, he opted out of singles competition at Wimbledon, citing physical limitations.
His hopes of a mixed doubles appearance with Emma Raducanu were also dashed when Raducanu withdrew due to a wrist injury.
Murray’s final Olympic matches, starting July 27, will see him compete in both singles and doubles alongside Dan Evans. Despite a challenging year plagued by injuries and setbacks, Murray remains determined to finish on a high note.
Following his announcement, First Minister John Swinney praised Murray for his “outstanding and inspiring career,” while Murray’s mother, Judy, shared a heartfelt message on social media, marking the end of an era with the simple but poignant words: “5th Olympics.
Final tournament.”
Murray’s impact on tennis and his remarkable career will be remembered fondly as he steps onto the court for one last time.
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