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Andy Murray focused on his world ranking

Andy Murray focused on his world ranking

Andy Murray is set to focus on his world ranking, in an attempt to be seeded for the US Open.

A four-set defeat to John Isner was his earliest exit from Wimbledon.

Speaking after his second-round exit at the All-England club, Murray says facing the 20th seed so early wasn't ideal.

"I was coming into Wimbledon feeling like I could have a deep run," he said.

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"If you're playing against top guys right at the beginning of the event, obviously it makes it a bit more challenging.

"That's kind of what my goals are between now and the US Open."

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Speaking after the match, an elated Isner was nothing but complimentary of his opponent.

"I am most definitely not a better tennis player than Andy Murray," said the America.

"I might have been just a bit better than him today.

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"It was an incredible honor to play him on this court, in front of this crowd.

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