TENNIS : ANDY MURRAY - - THE GREATEST, BRITAIN HAS EVER SEEN !
Outpouring of support and tributes came as British icon Andy Murray announced his shock retirement from tennis Friday, following a long and agonising battle with a hip injury, the pain has become a bit too much to bear, he has now to call it quits.Tweet
"To Andy, whatever happens next, you've done more than you know", poignantly writes Wimbledon (@Wimbledon).
"I'm absolutely devastated", declares former tennis star, now TV icon Sue Barker (@BBCSport).
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Adversity. Emotion. Perseverance. Triumph. History.— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) 11 January 2019
A tale like no other. A player like no other.#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/dcUIl7tNr1
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"I'm absolutely devastated." pic.twitter.com/Pa22tJoNqT— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
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To Andy,— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) 11 January 2019
Whatever happens next, you've done more than you know.#Wimbledon pic.twitter.com/0eJFHVpALG
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"A champion on and off court."— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
Billie Jean King is just one of a host of big names to pay tribute to Andy Murray after he announced his plans to retire from tennis.
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Goodbye Andy Murray, a testament to the power of dreams https://t.co/NeG62ujBWC— The Independent (@Independent) 11 January 2019
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Always sad when a sporting career comes to an end. Sadder still when it’s one of the greatest sportsmen that these islands has ever produced. Wish @andy_murray all the very best. A truly wonderful tennis player, and an absolute credit to his sport. Well played, Sir. 👋👋 https://t.co/z0td9c4Q3Y— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) 11 January 2019
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Was this @andy_murray lob to win the @DavisCup the greatest lob of all time? #MurrayMoments #MurrayMagic pic.twitter.com/Fveluu3RC7— British Tennis (@BritishTennis) 11 January 2019
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💪 @andy_murray, the door is always open to you at Camp Nou! https://t.co/OrSAuRvVqB— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) 11 January 2019
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.@andy_murray You are a champion on and off the court. So sorry you cannot retire on your own terms, but remember to look to the future. Your greatest impact on the world may be yet to come. Your voice for equality will inspire future generations. Much love to you & your family. https://t.co/AQUOP3LGec— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) 11 January 2019
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Extraordinary moment when a great sporting champion suddenly realises it's all over.
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) 11 January 2019
Heart-breaking for @andy_murray, whose body's hit the wall.
I hope Britain's best ever tennis player gets the Wimbledon send-off he so deserves. https://t.co/FUJU2Unfxj
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How can anyone accuse Andy Murray of being boring?! pic.twitter.com/nboRIUihTq— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
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So sad to hear this 😥. A true champion. https://t.co/TSWoUI2vhR— Sloane Stephens (@SloaneStephens) 11 January 2019
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Andy Murray was a real person walking among gods: https://t.co/MKe5knrpvj pic.twitter.com/gOlnjhFFeX— Deadspin (@Deadspin) 11 January 2019
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All the love for Andy Murray 💙 pic.twitter.com/0ygdTm3Fea— Tennis TV (@TennisTV) 11 January 2019
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The many faces of @andy_murray on the #ATPTour 😄— ATP Tour (@ATP_Tour) 11 January 2019
Fighting until the end 💪 pic.twitter.com/JG5yM68ZKE
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Poor Andy Murray 😭 pic.twitter.com/E6p8X8kWJ5— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
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Congrats @andy_murray for all your achievements all these years. It was great to play against you all these years. Good luck with everything! https://t.co/BaOsYZ5KTo— Rafa Nadal (@RafaelNadal) 11 January 2019
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"He's my biggest role model on the tennis court."@BritishTennis No. 1 @kyle8edmund on the influence @andy_murray has had on his career 👏 pic.twitter.com/4KCkFvosF2— ATP Tour (@ATP_Tour) 11 January 2019
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— Kristina Mladenovic (@KikiMladenovic) 11 January 2019
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Andy, I know you take me for a joker most of the time, but at least hear me out on this one old friend. You will always be someone that impacted the sport in so many different ways, I know this was never the way... https://t.co/svPgWO9ONV— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) 11 January 2019
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😢 Heartbroken 💔— Timea Bacsinszky (@TimeaOfficial) 11 January 2019
A true Champion, and Idol, a Rolemodel & an Unbelivably Amazing Human Being .
Keep Fighting @andy_murray 🙌🏻 https://t.co/hh43MPSBhO
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.@andy_murray and women’s tennis: An appreciation 🙏🏼—-> https://t.co/tBneWHq9Jj pic.twitter.com/iZ8VDNyhgY— WTA (@WTA) 11 January 2019
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Comment from AELTC Chairman Philip Brook on Andy Murray: "We were deeply saddened to hear the news that Andy Murray plans to retire from tennis at some point during this year. It is a sad day for British tennis and the sport as a whole. He is a great champion and a fantastic... pic.twitter.com/VoOaCRI1tf— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) 11 January 2019
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Andy, just watched your conference. Please don’t stop trying. Keep fighting. I can imagine your pain and sadness. I hope you can overcome this. You deserve to retire on your own terms, whenever that happens. We love you @andy_murray and we want to see you happy and doing well. 🙏— Juan M. del Potro (@delpotrojuan) 11 January 2019
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— Stanislas Wawrinka (@stanwawrinka) 11 January 2019
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A look back at the career of Andy Murray, who announced on Friday that the Australian Open could be his final tournament pic.twitter.com/DSO2Zg2cuz— The Guardian (@guardian) 11 January 2019
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"I want to get to Wimbledon and stop but I'm not certain I can do that."— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
An emotional Andy Murray has revealed the Australian Open could be his last tournament. https://t.co/F08ACiCGpY pic.twitter.com/0bBwJ2Hx3I
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Tennis pro Andy Murray competed in an era of giants. To beat the greats, he forced himself into greatness. And on Friday, between sobs, he announced his retirement.— Financial Times (@FinancialTimes) 11 January 2019
Read about his life and trajectory to the top of professional tennis: https://t.co/XL2uxkoWrw pic.twitter.com/kZhqDRvZto
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Nobody has done more for British tennis than you and it looks like nobody will for many years to come. You have been an inspiration, friend and role model to me from the get go and I thank you for everything. Hope to see you out there for as long as possible @andy_murray 🎾 pic.twitter.com/xkxUXf1lOb— Kyle Edmund (@kyle8edmund) 11 January 2019
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Absolutely gutted to hear of @andy_murray news today. A legend of the sport and a genuinely lovely person 🙌🏻— Jordanne Whiley MBE (@jordannejoyce92) 11 January 2019
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Keep fighting Andy, you’re got a heart of pure gold! You’re most definitely one of the most liked and respected players on the tour. I know all of us girls in the locker room are in awe &… https://t.co/GKRNLPAGn8— Heather Watson (@HeatherWatson92) 11 January 2019
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. @andy_murray has created so many special moments in his career! 🏆🥇— British Tennis (@BritishTennis) 11 January 2019
What is your favourite? #MurrayMoments 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/T3I16dLxhb
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Andy Murray to retire this year | Daily Mail Online wow 😮 https://t.co/FCtjBhBaaM— Brad Gilbert (@bgtennisnation) 11 January 2019
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Great player, normal bloke, and best of all casual feminist. https://t.co/uzIGwHSgGG— Jess Phillips (@jessphillips) 11 January 2019
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"Best way to feel better after a tough day is a big cuddle from your mum."— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
It's been an emotional time for Andy Murray who has announced his tennis retirement plans.
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This is lovely about Andy Murray. It’s gutting to lose him from Tennis so soon. Brilliant sportsman and incredible role model. I hope the next bit of his journey is bright and exciting and fulfilling. https://t.co/dISOhBhOWR— Chris Addison (@mrchrisaddison) 11 January 2019
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Superfans' heartbreak at Andy Murray retirement https://t.co/BZJRbZOHND pic.twitter.com/RZPFmfnhCe— BBC Scotland News (@BBCScotlandNews) 11 January 2019
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In an emotional news conference Friday, a tearful Murray had to leave the room shortly after his first attempt to get it started, and needed to pause several times to compose himself once it had resumed. 💔https://t.co/2FBOMeLFFX— HuffPost (@HuffPost) 11 January 2019
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Andy Murray has given joy to so many, became the best in the world as a tennis player and has been a tremendous role model. Thanks for the memories and good luck when you do retire as you mo e onto new challenges and opportunities. https://t.co/t1XXOm5BBy— Ian Blackford (@IanBlackfordMP) 11 January 2019
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'Best way to feel better after a tough day is a big cuddle from your mum' - Andy Murray shares a selfie with his tennis coach mum https://t.co/9LncLKTmHN— Sky News (@SkyNews) 11 January 2019
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Johanna Konta praises retiring @andy_murray for leading fight against sexism in sport https://t.co/b8BwLtKmhP— Women's Sport Trust (@WomenSportTrust) 11 January 2019
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Andy Murray's incredible story, from Dunblane horror to sporting greatness | @Rob_Maul https://t.co/Tgn8hC1G5u pic.twitter.com/gZt4c1gQdY— Sun Sport (@SunSport) 11 January 2019
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Q: “What does your mum think about you swearing on court?”— BBC Get Inspired (@bbcgetinspired) 11 January 2019
A: “I learnt it from her actually”
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🎥 Watch the time when Andy got a grilling from some students 👉 https://t.co/vr9TIeiXwc#GetInspired #bbctennis @andy_murray @JudyMurray pic.twitter.com/jM6n0v3BIh
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His finest hours: Andy Murray’s ten best matches (and five lowest moments) https://t.co/HDpfIwiYnn pic.twitter.com/MTuTJWBwyn— The Times Scotland (@thetimesscot) 11 January 2019
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During his career Andy Murray has made us laugh, cry and burst with pride.— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) 11 January 2019
Here are some of our favourite moments.
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Andy Murray – a career in pictures https://t.co/bS2lU7ijOR pic.twitter.com/bTvHbnyUDc— Guardian sport (@guardian_sport) 11 January 2019
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SIMON BRIGGS: Andy Murray is left lost for words as he faces up to a painful truth | @simonrbriggs https://t.co/JghXbkcgNh pic.twitter.com/15IHIDbAJW— Telegraph Sport (@TelegraphSport) 11 January 2019
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Andy Murray thanks fans and fellow players for their outpouring support after tearful announcementhttps://t.co/VJkVkutn0X pic.twitter.com/Jfg0iteJeo— ITV News (@itvnews) 11 January 2019
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