Farewell to a Legend, Andy Murray

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Wimbledon bids Murray farewell

Sometimes the storybook ending that we desperately hope for just doesn’t pan out. In Andy Murray’s case, playing at Wimbledon one last time in front of his home crowd will sadly go unwritten in the last chapter of his biography. Why?

There’s two reasons. First and foremost, his body is shattered. With a bionic hip, spinal cyst, and recently ruptured ligaments in his ankle, the 37 year old can’t compete at the level that he’d like to anymore, and withdrew from singles just before the tournament began.

But that wasn’t the end. He was awarded a wild card into the Mixed Doubles draw with Emma Raducanu, which would have granted him his storybook ending after all. But just four hours before the pair were scheduled to play on Court 1, Raducanu withdrew, citing wrist soreness and wanting to prioritize her health for the singles draw. Safe to say, she took some major heat from the media.

With Radacanu’s withdrawal, Murray’s Wimbledon career came to an abrupt close. And with Andy hinting that he’ll hang up the rackets soon, tributes to his career came pouring in from the likes of Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and more.

Competing during Roger, Rafa and Novak’s reign over the last two decades, Murray has had nothing short of a hall of fame career. His achievements include:

• US Open Champion

• 2x Wimbledon Champion

• 2x Olympic Gold Medalist

• 14 Master’s 1000 Titles

• ATP Finals Champion

• 46 singles titles overall

In addition to his on-court achievements, Murray is praised for his outspoken support of the WTA. His on-court farewell interview didn’t leave a dry eye in the house. And the best part? He told the tale of how he threw up (multiple times) in front of his now wife, Kim Sears, the first time she watched him play.

One can only hope that the sporting legend will stay involved in the game.

Trivia

Which player holds the record for most aces in a single match?

A. Ivo Karlovic

B. Pete Sampras

C. Nick Kyrgios

D. John Isner

Find out at the bottom!

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Answer

D. John Isner hit a whopping 113 aces in his famous 11 hour match that went to 70-68 in the fifth set at Wimbledon in 2010.