Florida: In order to reduce the risk of contracting coronavirus ahead of the Australia Open,  Former World No.1 Andy Murray has withdrawn from the season-opening Delray Beach Open slated to be played in Florida.

In an official statement, Murray said, "After much deliberation with my team I've decided not to travel to play in Delray Beach. He further added, "Given the increase in COVID rates and the transatlantic flights involved, I want to minimise the risks ahead of the Australian Open. I'm really thankful for the understanding of the tournament and I look forward to playing there soon."

The 2021 Delray Beach Open was postponed due to coronavirus. The event will now take place from January 4 to January 13. Murray received a wild-card entry into the Australia Open last week. He is one of eight main draw wildcard recipients to be announced, joining Aussies Thanasi Kokkinakis (SA), Alex Bolt (SA), Aleksandar Vukic (NSW), Destanee Aiava (Vic), and Arina Rodionova (Vic). Australian Open will take place at Melbourne Park from February 08 to February 21.

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