Sky Bet are giving Andy Murray a 5/1 chance of ending the year as world No 1 as the Scot looks to close in on the injured Novak Djokovic. Murray was left trailing Djokokvic by 4,695 points after failing to make the semi-finals at the US Open, but is still given a chance of making up the ground due to the number of points that Djokovic, who won the final five events of 2015, will be defending in the final stretch.Indeed, Murray is actually just 2,055 points behind in the singles race, which ranks players on their yearly performances rather than the last 12 months. He can reduce that lead by another 500 points by claiming the title in Beijing this week, with the six-time champion still rehabilitating following an elbow injury.Murray has reasserted his target of claiming the top spot this week, suggesting his motivation is greater than his rivals.Ive never been there and its something I would like to do for the first time, which is maybe more of a motivation for me than some of the guys that have been there before, Murray said. Murray sweeps aside Seppi Andy Murray starts China Open by beating Andreas Seppi While it feels like an opportunity to strike, the task of toppling Djokovic looks as difficult as ever if full fitness is regained for the conclusion of the Masters series.Djokovic holds a greater stranglehold over the end of the year than any other portion, having won three of the last four in Shanghai and Paris, and he is on course for an unprecedented fifth consecutive World Tour Finals title.Murray, in contrast, has all too often struggled to continue to be competitive on the final stretch, failing to win in Shanghai since 2011 while lacking a single title from his previous trips to Bercy and the O2 Arena. Djokovic withdrew from the Beijing Open with an elbow injury However, the Scot has proved an adaptable force in 2016, enjoying easily his best campaign on clay, including a first French Open final appearance on the back on beating Djokovic to the Rome Masters crown.Assuming Djokovic does return to 100 per cent, the greatest challenge will come when the pair renew their rivalry and Murrays chances hinge on improving a head-to-head record of 10-24, including just two wins from their last 15 meetings.In the meantime, Murray must focus on avoiding upsets, starting with Wednesdays second-round clash with Andrey Kuznetsov at the China Open.You can watch Englands tour of Bangladesh, plus Premier League football and the Japan Grand Prix on Sky Sports. Upgrade now and enjoy three months at half price! Dan Marino Jersey . The Tiger-Cats announced on Friday the linebacker has signed a new contract with the team through the 2016 season. Larry Csonka Jersey . 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Osmond, of Marystown, N.L., fell in the middle of her routine and placed fifth in the ladies free skate at Iceberg Skating Palace (110.73 points), but that was all the Canadians needed after a strong performance by Kevin Reynolds in the mens free earlier Sunday.INDIANAPOLIS -- Pacers coach Frank Vogel says Paul George is feeling better after being diagnosed with a concussion. It is still uncertain whether he will be ready to play Saturday night at Miami when the Eastern Conference finals resume with the series tied 1-1. Indianas two-time All-Star wore a red jersey and was limited to non-contact drills at Thursdays practice after getting injured in a collision with Miamis Dwyane Wade midway through the fourth quarter of Game 2, which Miami won 87-83. Following the game, George told reporters he "blacked out" and had blurred vision when he was hit in the back of his head by Wades knee -- descriptions team doctors said they were unaware of when George returned to the court. Based on those descriptions and further examination Wednesday, team doctors said George would be subject to the leagues concussion protocol. "There is a minimal contact requirement that hes got to do and be tested afterward," Vogel said, referring to NBA rules governing medical clearance. George took shots Thursday and made a dunk before leaving the court. He was not available to reporters following practice. Vogel made it clear that George only did light work and that he wasnt sure if the Pacers would have their top scorer for Game 3 -- or even who he would put in the starting lineup if George couldnt play. In fact, Vogel said, the Pacers might not know that answer until Saturday. "We are preparing for both (possibilities)," Vogel said. "I think we have guys that can fill in, certainly not play at Pauls level. But we would have to adjust the end result at the time, and Im sure we will be able to do that." The NBAs concussion policy states that once a player is diagnosed, he needs to be "held out of all activity until he is symptom-free at rest" and until neurological signs return to normal.dddddddddddd George will have to go through tests of increasing exertion before being cleared. The Pacers star remained face down after a play that resembled more of a football tackle than a scramble for a loose ball. Wade also remained down before limping to the bench. Georges teammates said they never imagined he had a head injury. "I know he fell. I thought he hit his face, but like I said he was cool," power forward David West said. "I didnt know he was hurt." Following a timeout, George and Wade both returned to the floor and finished the game. That prompted questions about whether Pacers doctors should have been more cautious with George and whether players are honest with team doctors in similar situations. The NBA said Indiana followed league policy. Point guard George Hill went through a similar experience in last years Eastern Conference semifinals against New York, missing Game 5 before returning for Game 6. Hill said he believes Georges return to practice, albeit limited, was an "encouraging" sign that George might play Saturday. Hill said the toughest tests he had to pass were on the treadmill and on the court. But he doesnt believe George provided incorrect information to the doctors so he could continue to play. "He was honest at the time, he didnt feel anything until after and I think in that case your adrenaline is pushing so high that you just dont really realize until you actually sit down," Hill said. "I think he was very honest as to how he felt. I think our training staff did a great job asking questions." 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