Fritz gained the one earlier tie between the 2 gamers on the Canadian Open final yr, prevailing with a 6-1, 6-3 success in Montreal. But Murray's gradual enchancment in health and kind in 2023, with 25 wins in 36 matches this yr, suggests it could possibly be a more durable check this time round.

Ahead of his laborious courtroom return Stateside, Murray has been endeavor particular coaching to make sure he's in optimum form for the gruelling situations in America.

Facing the prospect of hovering temperatures this summer time, he has been coaching in 35-degree warmth with 70 per cent humidity to organize for the acute climate. Those classes have included high-intensity bike coaching and sitting in steam rooms to assist his restoration.

It marks his first event since he misplaced in 5 units to Stefanos Tsitsipas at Wimbledon, with Murray getting into each the singles and doubles attract Washington. And he shall be hoping to keep away from burnout or an damage within the lead-up to the US Open, which takes place in New York later this month.