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LONDON -- Andy Murray withdrew from the French Open on Tuesday because of a chronic back injury and will now focus on preparing for the start of the grass-court season next month. Gaylord Perry Jersey . The U.S. Open champion met with specialists this week after being forced to pull out of his second-match against Marcel Granollers of Spain at the Italian Open last Wednesday because of the long-standing complaint. "Its a really tough decision and I love playing in Paris, but after seeking medical advice I am not fit to compete," Murray said in a statement. "Apologies to the organizers and thanks to everyone for the messages of support. Now my complete focus is on getting back on the court as soon as possible." The French Open, the second Grand Slam tournament of the year, starts Sunday at Roland Garros. Last week in Rome, Murray took a long injury break early in the second set against Granollers, getting his left thigh and lower back massaged. He seemed pessimistic about his chances of playing in the French Open, the only major in which he hasnt reached the final. "I have an issue with my lower back. Its been an issue for a while," Murray said then. "I want to make sure it goes away. Its been a problem since the end of 2011 but it got bad during last years clay season. "I would be very surprised if I was playing in Paris." Murray reached the quarterfinals at Roland Garros last year, falling to David Ferrer, before going on to lose his first Wimbledon final to Roger Federer. He avenged that defeat against the Swiss star to win Olympic gold, and downed Novak Djovokic at Flushing Meadow for his first Grand Slam title later in 2012. Wimbledon runs from June 24 to July 7 this year. Angel Pagan Giants Jersey . Reassurance came from Paul Tesori, his caddie and close friend whose newborn son is in intensive care in a Florida hospital. "Paul sent me a text this morning, just told me he loved me and wanted to go out and fight as hard as I would any other day," Simpson said Sunday after doing just that. Jeff Samardzija Giants Jersey . Already owning gold from competition in Vancouver in 2010, Loch posted a combined four-run time of 3:27.526. That included a track-record third run of 51. http:///...panik-giants-jersey/ . -- In a span of seven Washington Redskins offensive plays, Justin Tuck sacked Robert Griffin III four times.Michael van Gerwen and Phil Taylor will continue their battle for top spot in the Premier League on night 14 in Manchester. The Dutchman moved above Taylor on leg difference after last weeks matches in Birmingham and the top two return to action on Thursday night, live on Sky Sports 1 HD from 7pm.All four play-off spots are yet to be decided and precious points are up for grabs as players attempt to secure a place at the season-ending night at The O2. James Wade v Peter Wright Peter Wright is still in the hunt for a top-four spot This is a win-or-bust encounter for both players, who desperately need a victory to keep alive their hopes of snatching a spot in the top four.Wade and Wright are both three points adrift of fourth-placed Lewis, but had differing fortunes in their matches last week. Peter Wright goes undefeated on week 13 of the Premier League Darts after a win over Phil Taylor and a draw against Gary Anderson An inspired Van Gerwen inflicted a 7-1 thumping on the shellshocked Wade, while Wright defeated Phil Taylor in his opening match before pinching the final leg to claim a draw in his closing match with Gary Anderson.Gary Anderson v Robert Thornton Gary Anderson will be expected to defeat fellow Scotsman Robert Thornton Anderson has all but assured his play-off place as only an unlikely sequence of results would see the reigning champion fail to qualify.But The Flying Scotsman will want to end the campaign on a high and starts as a hot favourite against his struggling countryman. Gary Anderson has a close Premier League Darts victory over Raymond van Barneveld Thornton suffered a 7-2 thrashing against Lewis last week, his 10th defeat of the competition, and has been hampered by a foot problem and a lack of form since the start. Matt Williams Giants Jersey. Michael van Gerwen v Raymond van Barneveld Raymond van Barneveld defeated his Dutch rival at this years World Darts Championship Van Gerwen was at his ruthless best against Wade, hitting seven out of nine darts at a double, as he reinforced his status as the sports top player.In stark contrast, Van Barneveld looked crestfallen after a 7-5 loss to Anderson, which extinguished any faint hopes of a play-off place. Michael van Gerwen hits a bullseye check out to go 4-0 up against James Wade But Barney still relishes any showdown with his Dutch rival and the pair produced an entertaining draw on night nine.Adrian Lewis v Phil Taylor A win would keep Phil Taylor in touch with leader Van Gerwen Taylors surprise 7-4 defeat to Wright was a rare slip-up in a consistent season for the six-time winner and victory over Lewis would set-up an exciting duel with Van Gerwen.The Power will travel to Rotterdam next week for his meeting with Van Gerwen, the last match of the regular campaign, and would relish the chance to finish in first place.Lewis is still looking over his shoulder in fourth place, despite a three point cushion, and a win would guarantee his attendance at The O2.Watch all of this weeks Premier League matches on Thursday night from 7pm on Sky Sports 1. Or watch for £6.99 without a contract, on NOW TV. 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