Sharapova deserves to be suspended, says Andy Murray

Britain's number one criticises use of performance-enhancing legal drugs and queries racket-maker's continued support for Russian

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Maria Sharapova and Andy Murray celebrate during a doubles match in Manila
(Image credit: Clive Brunskill/Getty Images for IPTL 2014)

Andy Murray has nailed his colours to the mast in the debate over Maria Sharapova's failed drugs test, saying she deserves to be suspended and that it is "wrong" for players to take drugs they do not need, even if they are legal.

He also criticised his racket manufacturer, Head, for extending its contract with the Russian player in the wake of her failed test.

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