The news of Andy Murray’s missing out on a final match at Wimbledon has left the tennis world in a state of shock and disappointment. Princess of Wales, Kate, has paid tribute to the Scottish tennis star, saying he should be “so very proud” despite the cruel twist of fate. Murray was supposed to play mixed doubles with Emma Raducanu on Saturday evening, but the former US Open champion was forced to pull out due to stiffness in her right wrist.
The PA news agency understands that Murray is absolutely devastated by the turn of events, which marks the end of his incredible career at Wimbledon. The news would have come as a huge disappointment to ticket-holders who were eagerly awaiting the much-anticipated match. Murray, on the other hand, was over the moon about the opportunity to prolong his final Wimbledon and was excited to share it with Raducanu.
The 21-year-old Raducanu made a last-minute decision to withdraw from the mixed doubles match, citing stiffness in her right wrist. In a statement, she expressed her disappointment, saying she was really looking forward to playing with Murray but had to take care of her wrist. The news was met with shock and disbelief, with Judy Murray, Andy’s mother, describing it as “astonishing” on social media site X.
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Murray’s career at Wimbledon is a remarkable one, marked by numerous victories and championships. His last-minute decision to ask Raducanu to play mixed doubles was a testament to his desire to prolong his final Wimbledon and make the most of his remaining time on the court. The news of his missed opportunity would have come as a huge blow to the tennis legend, who would have been excited to take to the court one more time.
The Prince and Princess of Wales took to social media to pay tribute to Murray, with Kate writing a personally-signed message that read, “An incredible #Wimbledon career comes to an end. You should be so very proud @andy_murray. On behalf of all of us, thank you! C.” The message is a testament to the respect and admiration that Murray has earned throughout his career, and it serves as a reminder that his achievements on and off the court are truly something to be proud of.
As Murray’s career comes to a close, it is clear that he will be remembered as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. His achievements on the court, combined with his dedication and passion for the sport, make him a truly special athlete. Despite the disappointment of missing out on a final match at Wimbledon, Murray should be proud of the incredible career he has had and the numerous memories he has created along the way.
