Andy Murray is taking his initial steps on the comeback trail.
The former world No. 1 is hitting during practice sessions at the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy in France.
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The 30-year-old Murray underwent successful hip surgery in Melbourne in January.
The three-time Grand Slam champion said after surgery he hopes to return to the pro circuit in time for grass-court season in June.
“My plan is to be back playing around the grass-court season – potentially before then,” Murray said. “I’m going to take my time to make sure that the rehab is done properly, and make sure that the surgery is as successful as it can be. I’ve been quoted times for how long it’s taken for players to get back from the surgery I’ve had, and up to 14 weeks is what I’ve been given."
The two-time Wimbledon champion has said he plans to play a shortened schedule when he returns with his primary aim Grand Slams and Masters titles.
"I’ll be playing a reduced schedule, and then focusing more on trying to win major events and big tournaments rather than trying to achieve certain ranking goals," Murray said.
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