Andy Murray set for ‘extended period’ on sidelines due to serious ankle injury

Andy Murray was set for a swansong this summer (Steven Paston/PA)

Andy Murray is set for an “extended spell” on the sidelines after he suffered a serious ankle injury during his defeat to Tomas Machac at the Miami Open.

Murray lost a marathon encounter to the Czech player by a 5-7 7-5 7-6 (5) score, but has seemingly left America with a more significant issue.