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sports1 year ago

Djokovic Teams Up with Murray as New Coach

Novak Djokovic has announced that Andy Murray, his longtime friend and former rival, will be his new coach. The two tennis legends, who have faced each other in numerous high-stakes matches, will collaborate during the off-season and the Australian Open. Murray, who retired from professional tennis earlier this year, expressed excitement about joining Djokovic's team and helping him prepare for the upcoming season. The partnership will be re-evaluated after the Australian Open.

via ATP Tour|
#andy-murray#australian-open#coaching
sports1 year ago

Andy Murray Joins Djokovic's Team as Coach for Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has appointed his former rival Andy Murray as his new coach for the upcoming Australian Open. Murray, who recently retired, will join Djokovic's team to help prepare for the tournament starting January 12. The partnership is notable given their history as fierce competitors, with Djokovic winning most of their encounters, including four Australian Open finals. This unexpected collaboration aims to bring fresh perspectives to Djokovic's game as he seeks to reclaim dominance in the tennis world.

via The Athletic|
#andy-murray#australian-open#grand-slam
sport1 year ago

Nadal Faces Early Exit After Losing to Zverev in French Open Thriller

Andy Murray and Dan Evans were defeated in the first round of the French Open doubles by Sebastian Baez and Thiago Seyboth Wild, losing in two tie-breaks. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek and Carlos Alcaraz continue their campaigns, with Coco Gauff and Jannik Sinner also securing wins. Andrey Rublev was a notable upset, losing his match after a heated dispute with the umpire.

via The Independent|
#andy-murray#dan-evans#french-open
sports1 year ago

Rafael Nadal Uncertain About Retirement at French Open

As the French Open begins, several prominent tennis players, including Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, and Alizé Cornet, are contemplating retirement. Nadal and Murray have hinted at their potential exits, while Cornet has confirmed this will be her final season. Other players like Dominic Thiem and Diego Schwartzman are also set to retire, marking a significant shift in the tennis landscape.

via The Associated Press|
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sports1 year ago

"Andy Murray's Retirement Plans and Olympic Hopes"

Andy Murray expressed uncertainty about continuing his tennis career beyond this summer but hopes to compete at the Paris Olympics before retiring. The former world No 1, who recently won against Denis Shapovalov at the Dubai Open, conveyed his desire to participate in the Olympics, where he previously secured gold for Great Britain in 2012 and 2016. Murray's remarks about potential retirement come after a loss in the second round of the Dubai Open, where he mentioned feeling tired of being asked about his retirement plans. Despite his hip-resurfacing surgery in 2019 and subsequent return to competitive play, Murray has struggled to advance past the third round of a Grand Slam.

via The Athletic|
#andy-murray#grand-slam#olympics
sports2 years ago

"Naomi Osaka's Bumpy Road to Redemption: A Look at the 2024 Australian Open"

Tennis players like Naomi Osaka, Andy Murray, and others are making comebacks at the Australian Open after facing various challenges such as injury, pregnancy, and surgery. The tournament has seen both promising performances and reminders of the difficulties of returning to the sport, with players like Osaka and Murray expressing the emotional toll and physical challenges of regaining top form. Despite the struggles, these athletes continue to push themselves in the unforgiving world of professional tennis.

via The Athletic|
#andy-murray#australian-open#comebacks
sports2 years ago

US Open's New Video Review System Fails Amidst Murray's Milestone Win

Andy Murray calls for the US Open to fix its new video review technology after it malfunctioned during his first-round match. The chair umpire's tablet was not working, preventing her from reviewing a double bounce call. Replays of the point were shown on the big screens, confirming the ball bounced twice. Murray still won the match and will face Grigor Dimitrov in the next round.

via CNN|
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sports2 years ago

Andy Murray's Bittersweet Wimbledon Journey Ends with Defeat to Tsitsipas

Andy Murray's run at Wimbledon came to an end in a second-round match against Stefanos Tsitsipas that spanned two days. Despite a valiant effort, Murray was defeated in a five-set thriller, leaving the crowd and Murray himself disappointed. The loss cast a gloom over the day for British players, as Cameron Norrie and Liam Broady also suffered defeats. Murray, a two-time Wimbledon champion, has battled injuries and surgeries in recent years but has continued to compete. While he has not indicated any immediate retirement plans, the string of early tournament exits has raised doubts about his future in the sport.

via The New York Times|
#andy-murray#retirement#sports
sports2 years ago

Wimbledon's Murray-Tsitsipas Thriller: Two-Day Battle Ends in Tsitsipas Victory

Stefanos Tsitsipas outlasts Andy Murray in a thrilling five-set match that spanned two days at Wimbledon, advancing to the third round. Novak Djokovic easily defeats Stan Wawrinka to secure his spot in the fourth round. Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Świątek, and Aryna Sabalenka also advance. Americans Jessica Pegula, Madison Keys, and Christopher Eubanks win their matches, while Madison Brengle and Sofia Kenin suffer defeats. Lesia Tsurenko wins the longest tiebreak in Grand Slam women's history. Notable upsets include Bianca Andreescu, Anna Blinkova, Markéta Vondroušová, and Victoria Azarenka.

via Yahoo Sports|
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sports2 years ago

Andy Murray's Wimbledon cliffhanger against Stefanos Tsitsipas showcases trademark grit

Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas engaged in a thrilling Wimbledon match that ended in a cliffhanger due to local council restrictions. Murray, showing his trademark determination, battled back after losing the first set to take a 2-1 lead. The match will resume on Friday with the game poised at 6-7(3-7) 7-6(7-2) 6-4. In another upset, Liam Broady, ranked No. 142, fulfilled his dream of winning on Centre Court by defeating world No. 4 Casper Ruud in five sets.

via Yahoo Sports|
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sports2 years ago

"From Match of the Day to Match of the Days: Murray-Tsitsipas Thriller Takes Center Stage at Wimbledon"

The second-round match between Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas at Wimbledon was halted due to the tournament's 11 p.m. curfew, with Murray leading 6-7 (7-3), 7-6 (7-2), 6-4. The match was already filled with drama, including Murray falling and grabbing his groin in agony. The postponement has further complicated the already crowded Friday schedule, with two full men's singles matches, one full women's singles match, and potentially two remaining sets of Murray-Tsitsipas to be squeezed in. The rain delays and tight matches have made it challenging for players, and Murray's injury raises questions about his momentum.

via The Washington Post|
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sports2 years ago

Wimbledon Day 4: Murray-Tsitsipas thriller interrupted by curfew

Upsets dominated Day 4 at Wimbledon as Liam Broady pulled off a stunning victory over No. 4 seed Casper Ruud, while No. 9 seed Taylor Fritz blew a two-set lead against Mikael Ymer. The highly anticipated match between Andy Murray and Stefanos Tsitsipas was suspended due to a curfew, with Murray leading 2 sets to 1. Other notable results included 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva reaching the third round and 38-year-old Stan Wawrinka advancing for the first time since 2020. Several American players, including Frances Tiafoe and Jessica Pegula, secured wins, while others like Sloane Stephens and Tommy Paul suffered defeats.

via Yahoo Sports|
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sports2 years ago

"Carlos Alcaraz Shines on Grass Courts, Dominates Wimbledon with Andy Murray"

Carlos Alcaraz, the 20-year-old tennis player, has been studying the grass court masters, particularly Andy Murray, to improve his game on the surface. Alcaraz, who has never advanced past the round of 16 at Wimbledon, displayed his progress with a dominant first-round win at the tournament. He aims to win the tournament and has been working on adapting his speed and shots to grass. Alcaraz has been watching videos of Murray, who is known for his success on grass, as well as studying matches of other grass court champions like Roger Federer. Alcaraz's next potential opponent in the semifinals could be Murray himself.

via The New York Times|
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