Andy Murray breaks down in pre-tournament press conference
Tennis player Andy Murray has broken down in tears at a press conference ahead of the Australian Open.
The Scotsman says there’s a chance this could be his last-ever tournament.
5 time runner up Andy Murray says his hip injury is still causing him “a lot of pain” and while he will play this year’s #ausopen he’s likely to call time on his career after Wimbledon @3AW693 @MacquarieSport
— Adam Watherston (@adamwatherston) January 11, 2019
He visibly struggled to get through a practice match against Novak Djokovic at Margaret Court Arena yesterday.
The three-time Grand Slam winner and dual Olympic gold medallist has been battling a hip injury for more than a year.
Murray broke down in tears and had to leave the press conference to compose himself.
Andy Murray was absolutely devastated at his press conference today – unable to answer a question before needing to take some time out.
Heartbreaking for the great champion. 😢#9WWOS #Tennis #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/sGegjrUGGO
— Wide World of Sports (@wwos) January 11, 2019
He later returned and expressed his desire to retire at Wimbledon but admits the Australian Open could be his final tournament.
“Pretty much done everything that I could to try and get my hip feeling better and it hasn’t helped loads… I think there is a chance #AusOpen is my last tournament.
“I can’t keep doing this.”