Andy Murray displayed his fighting spirit as he overcame a resilient Laurent Lokoli to advance to the next round at the ATP Challenger Tour 175 event in Aix-en-Provence. In a marathon match that lasted nearly three hours, Murray won 6-4 5-7 6-3. The Frenchman saved an incredible five match points before Murray sealed the victory.
Murray, who is ranked 52 in the world, struggled to close out the match despite leading 5-2 in the second set. Lokoli’s drop shots proved to be a difficult weapon for the three-time major champion. The home crowd cheered as Lokoli rallied to take the set, and Murray looked visibly frustrated. However, the Briton regained his composure in the third set and produced some impressive shots to secure the win.
Despite the challenge from his opponent, Murray’s experience showed as he maintained his focus and persevered through the tough moments. This win will surely boost his confidence as he aims to climb up the rankings and return to his previous form.
