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Murray declares himself fit for French Open

Andy Murray takes on Eric Prodon in round one of the French Open © PA Photos

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Andy Murray has confirmed he is ready to launch his bid for French Open glory, after giving his body time to recover following a tough Rome Masters campaign.

Murray forged his way to the semi-finals in Rome, eventually losing out to Novak Djokovic in a thrilling encounter. The pair were on court for over three hours, with Murray finally beaten in a third-set tiebreaker.

The British No. 1 subsequently withdrew from an exhibition event due a concern over his wrist, but he insists he will be fine for the opening round at Roland Garros.

"I was just a bit stiff and sore," Murray explained. "I trained hard in London for three or four days after Rome. I trained most of the day on Wednesday and then came over on the Eurostar, and then I practised first thing on Thursday morning to warm up for the exhibition.

"I didn't feel great. I think it was maybe my body just saying to take it easy for a day or so because I have been working very hard. I made a decision not to play the exhibition. I should be fine."

Murray will face qualifier Eric Prodon in the first round after the draw was kind to the Briton, handing him a player who has never won a grand slam match. Murray is keen not to lose focus though, admitting it is important to keep matches short in Paris.

"You've got to be very focused during the French especially, because one bad set or a couple of bad sets and you can get yourself fatigued or tired early in the tournament," he said. "You need to be switched on right from the start."

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