Murray breaks into top 100

Andy Murray put last weekend’s Davis Cup demons well and truly behind him to claim a place in the world’s top 100 at the Thailand Open.

The Scot won two tight sets in Bangkok to overcome fifth seed Robin Soderling 7-6 7-6 in the second round.

Murray will now face third seed Robby Ginepri for a place in the semi-finals.

After beating George Bastl in straight sets in the opening round, Murray faced a sterner second round test in Swede Soderling, a two-time ATP winner in Lyon and Milan and ranked 50 places above him.

But the 18-year-old rose to the challenge, although it was a far from easy contest.

Both sets ended in tie-breaks, with Murray winning the first 7-3, and the second 7-5 to book his place in the third round.