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Andy Murray Suffers Grueling Defeat in Qatar Open Second Round

Andy Murray faced a crushing defeat in the second round of the Qatar Open against 18 years old Jakub Mensik enduring the longest match in the tournament’s history at three hours and 24 minutes. Despite showing moments of brilliance, Murray struggled in crucial situations losing the match in three sets.

Mensik’s victory marked a significant milestone in his career placing him on the brink of a top-100 ranking. Murray’s mental strength a key asset throughout his career remains a challenge hindering his ability to perform under pressure. In another development, world No 2 Carlos Alcaraz suffered an ankle sprain during his first-round match forcing him to stop at 1-1.

Despite the setback, Alcaraz remains optimistic about returning for upcoming events like Indian Wells and an exhibition with Rafael Nadal in Las Vegas.

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