In the first round of the Qatar Open, Andy Murray secured his first win of the 2024 season with a stellar performance, defeating France’s Alexandre Muller.
Britain’s Murray, ranked 50th, ended a six-match losing streak by clinching a 6-1 7-6 (7-5) victory over the world number 75.
Expressing his elation, the 36-year-old celebrated fervently, highlighting the significance of the win, which also marked his first victory of the year.
Murray, visibly relieved, now looks forward to facing 18-year-old Czech Jakub Mensik in the second round, aiming to build on this momentum.
Reflecting on his triumph, Murray stated, “Obviously the last few months have been tough on the court for me, I’ve not won many matches and lost a lot of close ones, so I’m delighted to get through.”
Despite grappling with a knee injury that required treatment early in the first set, Murray showcased resilience, demonstrating some of his best tennis. Despite the setback, he pushed through, setting the stage for a potential turnaround in his season.
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