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'Ugly' Troicki promises to make Murray run

ESPN staff
May 30, 2011
Andy Murray will have to play through the pain barrier in order to defeat Viktor Troicki at the French Open © Getty Images
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Viktor Troicki is out to punish Andy Murray's weak ankle during Monday's French Open fourth round encounter.

Murray rolled his right ankle during his victory over Michael Berrer, and initial fears were that the British No. 1 would have to withdraw from the tournament. However, Murray spoke positively on Sunday about his forthcoming clash with Troicki, and he has more recovery time before playing late on Monday.

Murray came through a small practice over the weekend just to get the troublesome joint moving, but he will put his body under far greater stress against Troicki. The Serb is seeded 15th in the men's draw, and the pair have never met on clay.

Playing with a grinding style, Troicki promises to be the type of opponent Murray could rather avoid as he attempts to play his way back to fitness.

"We've never played on clay and I think Murray's weakest court is a clay court. If I play well, I think I have a chance," said Troicki.

"If he's injured and cannot run, I'm going to take advantage of that. I want to win my match.

"He would also do the same if I had the same problem. We are all professionals, so we try to win. Sometimes it's ugly, but that's our job."

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