Andy Murray and Naomi Osaka set to feature at Madrid Open after both accept wildcards from organisers
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Published 20/04/2022 at 13:40 GMT
Andy Murray had not planned to play any events on the dirt this year given concerns it might aggravate his hip, but has had a change of heart after feeling the wait for the grass-court season would be too long. Murray has been training on clay in Florida with coach Ivan Lendl, who he re-appointed last month. Naomi Osaka will also feature at the Caja Magica after accepting her own wildcard.
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Andy Murray will play the Madrid Open after accepting a wildcard from the tournament's organisers.
Murray had originally intended to skip the clay-court season in its entirety given fears it could exacerbate issues with his physical condition.
But he has now seemingly had a change of heart, and reportedly feels that the long break between the Miami Open - his last competitive appearance in March - and the grass court season could hinder his chances of a successful run at Wimbledon, where he is a two-time champion.
Murray has been training on clay in Florida as part of a training block with coach Ivan Lendl, who he re-appointed last month. The pair are hoping to rekindle their success during two previous spells together, which included all of Murray's three Grand Slam titles.
Naomi Osaka will also be present in Madrid as she has been named as one of the WTA's two wildcards alongside Rio Olympic champion Monica Puig, who has finally returned from a serious shoulder injury.
Osaka finished runner-up in the Miami Open as she continues her return to the tour following an extended break.
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