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Murray skips exhibition as injury precaution

ESPN staff
May 19, 2011
Andy Murray rues a lost point © PA Photos
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Andy Murray has dismissed fears he might be forced to miss the French Open, after withdrawing from an exhibition match on Thursday due to an injury concern.

Murray was due to play Michael Llodra in an exhibition at the Masters Guinot Mary Cohr event at Paris Country Club on Thursday, but cancelled at the last minute after feeling further pain in his wrist - an injury that has troubled him recent weeks - during a practice session.

But he emerged on court to explain his withdrawal to spectators, revealing that he did not expect it to affect his participation at Roland Garros and that he would be back for the event next year.

"Andy has withdrawn from the Masters Guinot Mary Cohr today as a precaution after sustaining a minor injury whilst training this morning," an event statement read. "Andy would like to apologise to the fans and sponsors but hopes to play in the Masters Guinot Mary Cohr once again next year."

Murray will now wait for news of his draw for the French Open, which takes place on Friday. The event itself starts on Sunday.

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