Andy Murray’s recovery from a hip operation is going better than expected as he is set to shortly start training again, according to British media sources.
The former world No.1 hasn’t played a match since the Wimbledon championships due to problems with his hip. Twice he tried to stage a comeback, at the US and Australian Open, but both of those were unsuccessful. Prompting him to undergo surgery in January.
“I want to come back when I’m fit and ready to play, not to get into a situation like in Brisbane [where he withdrew without going on court] or New York [where he pulled out just after the US Open draw was made], where I’m unsure when I turn up at a tournament how fit I am. I want to know when I come back that I’m ready.” Murray said earlier this year.
According to the BBC, Murray has already returned to the gym. Conducting workouts with weights, an exercise bike and a vertical climber. It is also understood that he is also doing pilates to help him with his injury recovery. Part of the recovery program will see the Brit conduct some warm weather training, but it is unclear as to where. In the past Murray has chosen Miami as a location to train.
It is expected that the 30-year-old will take to the practice courts towards the end of March. He is aiming to return to the tour in time for the grass-court season with the Aegon Championships at Queen’s being his main target. Although, there is a chance he could make a comeback sooner if everything goes to plan. Opening the possibility that he could enter some Challenger events before playing at Queen’s. If Murray chooses that option, it would be the first time since October 2005. There are also two other ATP events on the grass that takes place before Queen’s.
Murray, who is yet to comment about his current fitness, is currently ranked 21st in the ATP Emirates rankings. He is set to lose his British No.1 ranking next week to Kyle Edmund. Who reached the semifinals of the Australian Open. Murray has held that position for 12 years.
