Murray’s Wimbledon future
Andy Murray suggested he may return to Wimbledon next year in a coaching box.
I’m not never going to come back here!It depends who I’m watching. I hate watching my brother.
I find it really difficult to watch my brother play. I love tennis. I watch it all the time.
I would probably be more comfortable sitting up there in a coaching box rather than somewhere else.
Andy Murray
Hijikata on Murray
Rinky Hijikata said it was an “absolute honour” to play against Andy Murray at Centre Court.
Obviously it’s a very special for us to come out here and play together.
Today was all about Andy and the great champion he is.
It was an absolute honour to step on the court with him before he could finish up playing.
Rinky Hijikata
Murray would ‘love to keep playing’
Andy Murray admitted he would “love” to play forever but injuries have taken a toll.
It is hard because I would love to keep playing but I can’t.
Physically it’s just too tough now. All of the injuries have added up and like I said they haven’t been insignificant.
I want to play forever. I love this sport. It’s given me so much, taught me loads of lessons over the years that I can use for the rest of my life. I don’t want to stop so it is hard.
Andy Murray
Alcaraz praises Murray
Carlos Alcaraz paid tribute to Andy Murray’s career and legacy.
Alcaraz described Murray as an “inspiration and example for everyone”.
Andy! Such an inspiration and example for everyone! what a career and what a legacy!
Carlos Alcaraz
Word from the ground
Sir Andy Murray wiped away the tears as Centre Court fans and tennis legends paid an emotionally-charged tribute to his illustrious career.
In his swansong year at Wimbledon, after possibly his penultimate match here, the Scotsman received a standing ovation and Oscar-style parade to mark his sporting achievements.
Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Novak Djokovic and Rafa Nadal all featured in a special tribute video that was aired to millions.
And National Treasure Sue Barker, the former BBC TV tennis anchor, made a special return to interview him on court like the good old days.
The result was not what he wanted with brother Jamie – they lost 7-6 6-4 to Australians Rinky Hijikata and John Peers.
But the scenes afterwards were wonderful, a lovely chance for an adoring British nation to say thank you for everything he did – memories of his first victory in 2013 were recalled as well as his Olympic gold success the year earlier.
Father-of-four Murray said thank you to his family, including wife Kim, mum Judy and dad Willie.
Murray on his parents
“Mum and dad have been amazing support when we were little and allowing us to go and pursue our dreams,” he said.
“Jamie left home to go to train when he was 12. Then he moved to Paris. I went to Spain. I know having children, I don’t like them being away for a day.
“To let us train abroad and pursue our dreams, we couldn’t do that without their support, thank you mum and dad.”
