Andy Murray and Dan Evans are set for a tough opening doubles clash against Japanese pair Taro Daniel and Kei Nishikori as they aim for gold at the Paris Olympics.

The Team GB duo will face up against former Olympic bronze medalist and US open finalist Nishikori with Sir Andy playing against his old rival for the first time since the quarter-final of the French Open seven years ago.

The draw comes after the Scot announced today that he would not be taking part in the singles contest,marking the end of his solo playing career. 

The two-time singles gold medallist had entered the 64-man draw which is due to take place at 10am on Thursday.

But Sir Andy has now stated that he will withdraw in order to focus on playing doubles with Evans as he still not fully fit after undergoing back surgery last month.

Sir Andy Murray pictured with his gold medal after beating Switzerland's Roger Federer in the final at Wimbledon,London,in 2012

The two-time Wimbledon champion has fought it out against Nishikori,34,11 times over the course of his career,winning nine times.

The Japanese star has won 12 career titles and an impressive 434 matches but this still pales in comparison with Sir Andy's glittering CV which boasts 46 career titles and 739 wins.