Andy Murray withdraws from Brisbane International

Andy Murray

ANDY Murray has withdrawn from the Brisbane International because of issues with his long-term hip injury.

The 30-year-old has dropped to 16th in the world rankings, having not played since July.

Murray had been given a bye to the last 16 in Brisbane and was due to play American Ryan Harrison on Thursday, but said his right hip is still not ready for match conditions.

The Australian Open starts in Melbourne on 15 January. – bbc.com