Andy Murray has been explaining two things he has fixed ahead of the Australian Open that gets underway on Sunday.
The Great Britain star has been speaking with Sky Sports.
So, what has Murray said ahead of the tournament that starts on Sunday? We take a closer look…
What Andy Murray has said about his tennis enjoyment
Well, it appears as though the 36-year-old is still leaving no stone unturned in his quest to prolong his career.
After a career-altering hip injury, the Surrey resident has far lower expectations on his shoulders these days.
The man who previously carried the weight of the United Kingdom has explained what aspects of his game he’s worked on of late.
He told Sky Sports: “I definitely feel like I’m enjoying it better. Part of that is the mental side of it, tennis is a difficult game in that respect when you are struggling you are out there on your own, and it can be difficult at times.
“Also, the way you are playing and when you know you are capable of doing more than what you are – if you are not happy with the way you are hitting forehands, backhands and serving – there are technical aspects as well.
“So fixing some of those problems has helped me feel better on the court. But definitely some focus on the mental side as well and reframing the way you look at things helps.”
Murray facing tough Australian Open assignment
Things don’t get easier for Murray given his physical problems in recent years – and the draw certainly hasn’t been kind for the first Grand Slam of the year.
Murray opens up against world number 30 Tomas Martin Etcheverry from Argentina and could face Novak Djokovic in round three.
However, that could actually be a positive for Murray who doesn’t place any unnecessary expectations on himself these days.
Murray is a three-time Grand Slam winner and the challenge for him these days is to take every match in his stride.
In our view, it’s great to hear Murray talking so positively and hopefully, he can cause a stir at the tournament where he’s been a finalist on five occasions.
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