Andy Murray says he is not going to play Davis Cup

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Andy Murray plans to skip the Davis Cup as a result of he’s not sure if he’s “worthy to play” for Britain and the previous world primary additionally mentioned he wants a while off earlier than competing on the Australian Open.

Britain are scheduled to play France and the Czech Republic in Innsbruck within the Davis Cup group levels on 27–28 November, with the competitors ending on 5 December.

The Australian Open is because of happen at Melbourne Park in January and Murray, 34, mentioned he desires to get well and spend time along with his household earlier than enjoying the primary Grand Slam of the 12 months.

“I owe a lot to the Davis Cup and sometimes to my loss physically,” Murray informed the BBC after Alexander Zverev’s third-round loss to Indian Wells on Tuesday.

“I do not even suppose I’ll play now, both. Obviously it would rely upon (UK captain) Lyon (Smith), however I’m undecided I need to play in that staff.

“Right now, I am not planning to play Davis Cup and with its late finish and early departure for Australia, with my schedule between now and the end of the year, I will have to rest and take a break and Give my body a chance to breathe.”

Melbourne has been locked down for months as authorities battle to manage an outbreak of the extremely contagious Delta variant whereas introducing vaccinations. Tennis Australia has not but disclosed any preparations for the gamers for the Grand Slam.

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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS

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