WATCH: Andy Murray Shows No Signs of Metal Hip With Astonishing Shots at Vienna Open 2021

Andy Murray registered his first victory against a top 10 player in 14 months at Vienna Open, defeating Hubert Hurkacz in a grueling contest. The former World No.1 looked in commanding form throughout the match. Since his hip-replacement surgery, this is Murray’s most consistent run of games on tour. Against Hurkacz, the Brit showed no signs of that metal hip slowing him down.

In the round of 16 at the Vienna Open, the three-time Grand Slam champion will be up against the Spaniard, Carlos Alcaraz.

Andy Murray with a statement victory and stellar strokes against Hubert Hurkacz

Andy Murray faced the World No. 10, Hubert Hurkacz in the opening round of the Vienna Open. Hurkacz had already outclassed the Brit in their two encounters this year at Cincinnati and Metz. However, Murray turned the tables this time, as he showed utmost resilience against the Polish professional.

With brilliant court coverage, Murray stunned Hurkacz, delivering some fine shots. Moreover, the former World No.1 executed powerful backhand winners and even played some successful volley up front at the net. His range of movement and type of shots were reminiscent of his former self, and showed no signs of hindrance by his metal hip.

After winning over Hurkacz, Murray said, “My movement has been getting a little better with each match. It was a good match that could have gone either way. It was a good win in tough circumstances. A lot of my movement is about anticipation and when you’re not playing many matches – like I haven’t been in recent years – you don’t read the play quite as well.”

It’s a joy for the entire tennis community to see Murray getting back to his pre-injury levels.

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Murray to face Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16 at Vienna Open

After crushing Hubert Hurkacz in a three-set thriller, Murray will now face the 18-years old, Carlos Alcaraz in the round of 16. In his previous round, the Spaniard moved past British player Dan Evans in a comfortable victory. Murray and Alcaraz will be pretty confident coming into the match with strong first round performances from both. It’ll be interesting to see whether the veteran triumphs or the teenager.

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