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Italian Open: Andy Murray expects to turn form around after Fabio Fognini defeat

World number one Andy Murray can find "no reason" why he is "struggling" with his form following defeat in the second round of the Italian Open.

The 30-year-old lost 6-2 6-4 to Fabio Fognini in Rome and has now won one title from eight events in 2017.

The French Open begins on 28 May but Murray has only reached one semi-final in his last four clay court events.

"I'm just not playing good tennis and need to try to work out how to turn it around," he said. "I believe I will."

He added: "The last couple of weeks have definitely been a struggle and a long way from where I'd like to be.