Andy Murray will miss the French Open with the back injury that flared up at the Rome Masters, the world number two announced on Tuesday.

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Injured Andy Murray withdraws from French Open

Andy Murray will miss the French Open with the back injury that flared up at the Rome Masters, the world number two announced on Tuesday. (Getty Images)

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After meeting with medical specialists Murray has decided to skip the second Grand Slam of the year at Roland Garros to ensure he is fully fit for Wimbledon. (Getty Images)

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"It's a really tough decision and I love playing in Paris, but after seeking medical advice, I am not fit to compete," the US Open and Olympic champion explained in a statement to Britain's Press Association.(Getty Images)

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"After consultation with his team and medical specialists, Andy has reluctantly withdrawn from the French Open and will instead focus on preparation for the grass court season," the statement added. (Getty Images)

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Murray had raised the possibility of his absence from the French Open after retiring with the back problem in his second-round match against Spain's Marcel Granollers at the Rome Masters last week. (Getty Images)

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"I'd be very surprised if I was playing in Paris," a subdued Murray said then.(Getty Images)

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This will be the first Grand Slam he has missed since Wimbledon in 2007. (Getty Images)

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The injury was the same one which required him to take a pain-killing injection in order to play Roland Garros last year where he reached the quarter-finals. (Getty Images)

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Murray will now aim to return for the start of the grasscourt season at Queens Club on June 10. (Getty Images)

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"(The back) has not been perfect for a long period, I want it to start feeling good again. Everyone goes into matches with niggles, but this is very frustrating," added Murray after his Rome retirement.(Getty Images)

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