Two-time Wimbledon champion Murray reveals 2024 could be his last year on tour

Murray's campaign will kick off at the Brisbane International as he prepares himself for the Australian Open later in January.

After a disappointing end to 2023, where he only managed to win one match in his last four tournaments, Murray currently holds the 42nd position in the world rankings.

In the past, Murray has successfully made a comeback from what appeared to be an imminent retirement after his hip surgery in 2018.

However, he admitted that if the upcoming year follows the same path as 2023, he will bring an end to his career.

"If I find myself in a situation like I did at the end of last year, then I probably won't continue," Murray shared with the BBC.

"But if I'm physically fit, achieving good results, and playing at a high level, then I find it enjoyable and can envision myself continuing to play.

"We will assess how the year unfolds, monitor my physical condition, and if things are progressing well, I would be delighted to continue. However, if things aren't working out, and I'm not enjoying it, this might be my final year."

Murray, the winner of Wimbledon in 2013 and 2016, as well as the US Open in 2012, is among a talented group of athletes approaching the end of their illustrious careers.

Roger Federer retired in 2022, while Rafael Nadal faced numerous injuries in 2023, although he has expressed his intention to continue playing past 2024.

At 36 years old, Novak Djokovic still has hopes of adding to his remarkable collection of 24 Grand Slam titles before he hangs up his racket.

Murray confessed that the psychological burden of declining rankings, after spending years at the top, has taken its toll on him.

"When you have competed at the highest level, it becomes challenging when you experience periods of early-round exits or losses in matches you should have won," he admitted.

"At the same time, a few years ago, if someone had offered me the opportunity to play at a top-40 level in the world while dealing with my hip issues, I would have been content with that.

"But it does take a toll on you mentally. Therefore, I need to do a better job of maintaining perspective this year and be more forgiving towards myself."

On Monday, Murray will be up against Grigor Dimitrov, the second seed, in the first round of the Brisbane tournament.