Andy Murray has withdrawn from this morning’s highly-anticipated match against world No 1 Novak Djokovic at the Madrid Open due to illness.
The pair were set to face off for the 37th time on tour in their first clash in over five years in the round-of-16 this morning, but 34-year-old Murray has pulled out while en route to the tournament venue.
A statement on the tournament’s twitter said: ‘Unfortunately, Andy Murray is unable to take to the Manolo Santana Stadium due to illness
‘We wish you a speedy recovery! Instead, Andrey Rublev and Daniel Evans will open the day’s play on centre court.’
More to follow…
Andy Murray has withdrawn from this morning’s highly-anticipated match against world No 1 Novak Djokovic at the Madrid Open due to illness
