Murray reveals Olympic dream
British hopeful Andy Murray will be looking to emulate the success of one of his childhood heroes Andre Agassi when he steps on court at the Olympics next week.
The 21-year-old Scot, who will represent Britain in both the singles and doubles event in Beijing, cites Agassi's 1996 gold medal win over Spain's Sergi Brugera in Atlanta as one of his earliest memories of the Olympic Games.
"When I was younger I used to watch the track and field a lot, but for me seeing Agassi win gold was awesome," said Murray. "It's an honour and a privilege to get this opportunity and hopefully I can replicate what he did when he won his gold medal."
The British number one goes into the tournament on the back of his first ever Masters Series tournament win after overcoming world number three Novak Djokovic 7-6 (7-4) 7-6 (7-5) in Cincinnati on Sunday.
Murray believes that he is peaking at the right time to mount a serious medal challenge in Beijing and dismissed suggestions that he should avoid the Olympics to concentrate on the US Open, which starts in three weeks' time.
"I'm feeling good. All the world's top players are going to be there but on my current form there's no reason why I can't challenge for a medal," he added.
"It's a big sacrifice but to be involved in the Olympics is a rare opportunity.
"It's going to be tough for everyone after this tournament in Cincinnati but you just have to give yourself the best schedule and try and do your best."
