August 1, 2024 will mark a turning point in the world of tennis. After Roger Federer in 2022, it’s the turn of a new icon of world tennis, Andy Murrayto bow out at the age of 37. Alongside his compatriot Dan Evansthe chosen one of tennis in the UK, played the last match of his career in the quarter-finals of the men’s doubles tournament at Paris Olympicsduring a two-set defeat against the Americans Taylor Fritz et Tommy Paul (6-2, 6-4). The end of an era, of an icon, who did not hold back his tears as he left the court.
Video – Andy Murray after his last career match
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“I am proud of my achievements”
At 37, Murray leaves behind a career rich in historic exploits, marked by memorable clashes against some of the greatest names in tennis.I gave my all to my career“, the Scotsman breathed after the match.”There are obviously things I would have liked to have done differently, but it was a difficult time to win major titles with the players that were in front of me. I am proud of my achievements, my efforts and I now look forward to a well-deserved rest.“, he added a few moments after the meeting, according to comments reported by the ATP. With emotion, he added: “I’m sad to be finishing, but the last few weeks since we arrived here have been fantastic. I’ve really enjoyed being around the team.“
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Le court central du Queen’s rebaptisé “The Andy Murray Arena”
To pay tribute to his exceptional career, the LTA (Lawn Tennis Association) has announced that the centre court at Queen’s (ATP 500) will be renamed “The Andy Murray Arena”in recognition of his five titles in this tournament. A record, which is added to his three Grand Slams won (Wimbledon twice [2013, 2016]et l’US Open [2012]) In addition, the LTA will invest £5 million in a new tennis centre at Park of Keir, near Murray’s hometown of Dunblane. The project will be led by his mother, Judy Murray, and will serve as a beacon for tennis in Scotland.
The proud Scot, who has won fans’ hearts over the years, particularly by battling his relentless hip, delivered one final career pirouette. True to his mischievous spirit, often revealed in interviews or on social media, he chose X for his final quip: “Anyway, I never liked tennis.“Then, with two final touches, he modified his biography on the same social network: “I played tennis“.
Never even liked tennis anyway.
— Andy Murray (@andy_murray) August 1, 2024
