Norrie responds after Tokyo Olympic Games omission: "It is important that I can continue to prepare leading up to the US Open"

Cameron Norrie was a notable omission from Team GB's squad for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games with Andy Murray, the defending champion and Dan Evans, British No.1 set to go.

With Norrie's form being exceptional this season, it raised a lot of eyebrows especially towards Murray, with the two-time gold medallist going based off his triumph in London and Rio.

But in a statement released by Norrie, he dispelled anything of the sort with the Brit set to focus on the US Open and moving up the rankings.

"I wanted to let everyone know that unfortunately I will not be competing this year in Tokyo. While I wish I could compete in the Olympics and represent Great Britain, considering how the pandemic devastated the tennis calendar and created limited opportunities for players to move up the rankings, my team and I feel it is best for me to not partake in this year's Olympics," said Norrie on Instagram.

"It is important that I continue to prepare and focus on the tournaments leading up to the US Open, the US Open itself, and all the subsequent events after as they are big opportunities to move up the ranks and keep momentum."

"While I'm disappointed that I won't be attending, the idea of representing my country is something that is a big goal of mine. Considering the enormous challenges this year's Olympics has on a player's schedule and the preparation needed, makes this one tough for myself to participate in."