British Tennis Star Andy Murray Ends Career With Olympic Loss: ‘Never Even Liked Tennis Anyway’
Tennis icon Andy Murray brought his career to a close on Thursday at the 2024 Paris Olympics, maintaining his characteristic wit even in the face of retirement.
The 37-year-old and teammate Daniel Evans lost to Team USA’s Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul in the men’s doubles quarter-finals, with a final score of 6-2, 6-4. Following the match, Murray took to social media platform X to quip, “Never even liked tennis anyway,” signaling the end of his professional journey.
The emotional farewell at Roland Garros saw both Murray and Evans, 34, shedding tears as spectators voiced their appreciation, chanting Murray’s name.
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In a post-match interview with the BBC, Murray reflected on the moment: “Obviously, it was emotional because it’s the last time I will play a competitive match. But I am genuinely happy just now.
The 37-year-old and teammate Daniel Evans lost to Team USA’s Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul in the men’s doubles quarter-finals, with a final score of 6-2, 6-4. Following the match, Murray took to social media platform X to quip, “Never even liked tennis anyway,” signaling the end of his professional journey.
The emotional farewell at Roland Garros saw both Murray and Evans, 34, shedding tears as spectators voiced their appreciation, chanting Murray’s name.
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In a post-match interview with the BBC, Murray reflected on the moment: “Obviously, it was emotional because it’s the last time I will play a competitive match. But I am genuinely happy just now.
- 8/3/2024
- by Lauren Ramsey
- Uinterview
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