Murray back from layoff to reach Monte Carlo round three


  • Tennis
  • Wednesday, 19 Apr 2017

Tennis - Monte Carlo Masters - Monaco, 19/04/2017. Andy Murray of Britain reacts during his match against Gilles Muller of Luxemburg. REUTERS/Eric Gaillard

PARIS (Reuters) - World number one Andy Murray overcame a dreadful start to beat Luxembourg's Gilles Muller 7-5 7-5 and reach the Monte Carlo Masters third round as he made his return from a five-week injury layoff on Wednesday.

The Briton, who had a first-round bye, had not played competitive tennis since injuring his elbow in March and began with three double faults as he lost his opening service game.

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