• London Olympics 2012

Murray targets Olympic gold

ESPN staff
April 4, 2012
Andy Murray is determined to put on a show in London this summer © Getty Images
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Andy Murray has admitted he will tailor his schedule this year to ensure he is at peak form for the Olympics this summer.

The Brit's focus for the year is to secure his first grand slam success, but he is also motivated to put on a show in front of his own British fans at this summer's Olympics.

"It's a fantastic year for tennis in the capital," Murray told Metro. "I want to win my first grand slam, but I would also love to gain an Olympic gold medal.

"I've played in it before and have some special memories of being there with athletes from other sports."

With London 2012 slotted in between Wimbledon and the US Open, Murray has had to make changes to his programme.

"I have to alter my schedule a bit but that isn't a problem," the British No. 1 said. "The Olympics are much higher in profile than they used to be and [Roger] Federer, [Novak] Djokovic and [Rafael] Nadal will be there.

"And being in London makes it very special for me as I will be playing in front of my fans."

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