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The "Coventry Telegraph" went early with an article saying Andy had been awarded a knighthood but I assume having realised they'd broken the embargo, quickly deleted the link........unless it's fake news.:p ;)
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It's official, Sir Andrew Barron Murray (https://www.thegazette.co.uk/London/issue/61803/supplement/N1).
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Thanks Bardot was just going to post it..........Truly deserved!!!:thumbup:
JAMES4578
30-12-2016, 22:31
Certainly richly deserved, great for Andy!
Yea - was just haunting the Gazzette where these things are posted. I did wonder if that news might be distracting him earlier:-)
mickeypops
30-12-2016, 22:38
Andy has been knighted in the New Years honours. Fantastic news!!!
Great news Arise Sir Andy.
Rosalind
30-12-2016, 22:43
woo hoo! I have been trying to watch Andy vs David on Eurosport catch-up - and cursing them as it kept on stopping. In the end I gave up in a sulk as it was impossible. This has really cheered me up.
Glad for Mo, Katherine and Jess too. But really pleased for Andy of course. :yahoo: (also great that it's for charity too)
Explains completely why he was a bit distracted today. Must prey on your mind a bit, knowing the news is going to break and wondering what the reaction will be. All I can say is there will be a temporary cessation of doggy diet tomorrow, and ice cream will be involved:-)
I can't believe that had any effect on Andy today at all.
If there was ever a day to lose a match. ;) Also awarded for Andy's services to charity which is important.
lovetennis
30-12-2016, 22:53
Despite me being in the "let's wait for him to retire" camp, I'm extraordinarily chuffed for Sir Andy. He more than deserves every accolade. So does this make Kim, Lady Murray?
goldfish
30-12-2016, 22:53
Fantastic and so well deserved.
. So does this make Kim, Lady Murray?
Yes it does, which is classed as a "courtesy title":thumbup:
RosieBear
30-12-2016, 22:59
It goes without saying that this is richly deserved....but not so sure it is really what Andy wanted *at this point in time*. And sorry, but it's what Andy feels that matters, not us. I have no doubt whatsoever that Andy will accept the honour graciously, but I also feel he would have much preferred to receive it later on, and that takes the shine off - just feel a bit frustrated for him.
Edit: Just seen this article. It's in the DM, but it's how exactly how I feel, including the following:
'I am not, for one minute, suggesting that Andy Murray does not deserve a knighthood. But just not yet. To become Sir Andy Murray, with many years of tournaments ahead of him, is just barmy. Don't take it from me. We know that Andy Murray concurs.What on earth is Andy Murray expected to receive if he wins his third Wimbledon – or his fourth? A peerage? An earldom? Lord Warden of the Cinque Ports? The Governorship of Gibraltar?'
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-4077406/ROBERT-HARDMAN-Yes-Andy-Murray-deserves-knighthood-earth-now.html#ixzz4UMldiaZB
So so proud of Andy! Had a feeling this year would be his year! I know he thinks he may be too young but after everything he has done this was the only accolade left done. His achievement had to be taken note of and in the best way possible!
Age is just a number after all
I just hope it doesn't pile on extra pressure on Andy
exislander
30-12-2016, 23:03
It goes without saying that this is richly deserved....but not so sure it is really what Andy wanted *at this point in time*. And sorry, but it's what Andy feels that matters, not us. I have no doubt whatsoever that Andy will accept the honour graciously, but I also feel he would have much preferred to receive it later on, and that takes the shine off - just feel a bit frustrated for him.
I agree - but delighted for him all the same.
Sallydaisy
30-12-2016, 23:09
Something else that Djokovic won't ever achieve ... along with an Olympic Gold Medal.
:whistle:
Sir Andrew and Lady Kimberley Murray.
:thumbup:
Maybe it is a tad early, maybe he will have a few embarassing moments over it (especially in the locker room methinks!!!) but he's not the youngest to have been so honoured for an outstanding contribution to their sport and I'm sure he'll use it wisely as a force for good in encouraging youngsters to play (and win!) at tennis!
Off soapbox.
;)
JAMES4578
30-12-2016, 23:16
Can see the point about timing but with other Olympians being rewarded at a similar level Andy had to be included. Anyone not accepting wouldn't be listed at this stage so sure Andy is fine with it,even if he might have preferred to wait till end of career. Whilst the honours system is in need of some reform there are many worthy recipients and personally think it's great for Andy even if not the most important achievement! Happy for Mo,Jess, Katherine and Lee too!
It goes without saying that this is richly deserved....but not so sure it is really what Andy wanted *at this point in time*. And sorry, but it's what Andy feels that matters, not us. I have no doubt whatsoever that Andy will accept the honour graciously, but I also feel he would have much preferred to receive it later on, and that takes the shine off - just feel a bit frustrated for him.
Can't see that this will take the shine off it at all for him. He had the option of declining it after all. He has worked his balls off, and this is an added and well deserved reward. I have always felt with him that his self esteem has taken a battering over the years, competing in the era he has. Things like this are a very concrete, and very public aknowledgement of his value. I don't doubt he will be a bit embarrassed, but in a good way.
I am delighted for him.
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RosieBear
30-12-2016, 23:31
Can't see that this will take the shine off it at all for him. He had the option of declining it after all. He has worked his balls off, and this is an added and well deserved reward. I have always felt with him that his self esteem has taken a battering over the years, competing in the era he has. Things like this are a very concrete, and very public aknowledgement of his value. I don't doubt he will be a bit embarrassed, but in a good way.
I am delighted for him.
Oh come on Teresa, like declining it a was an option i.e. losing a chance of the honour in the future, when he would actually be ready for it, and the backlash he would wrongly but inevitably get for daring to decline. Andy himself came out and said that he was too young, that he didn't want it right now - i.e. strongest hint possible while remaining polite. And the whole country can be delighted on his behalf, or look for positives in the situation, but for me it's only *Andy's* feelings that matter, otherwise it's as much an imposition as an honour. If Andy is happy then I am happy.
From The Telegraph (only an extract)
Last month he was asked about the possibility of a knighthood after he became the first Briton to achieve the world No.1 ranking. He said at the time: “I don't know, I feel too young for something like that. I am still young and there are still a lot of things that can go wrong, I could still mess up and make mistakes.”
Sources close to Murray said he did not know at the time that he was about to be knighted, and was giving his “honest opinion”.
But when he received notification of the knighthood he did not hesitate to accept, as it is “a great honour that he was never going to turn down”. He is the first tennis player to be knighted.
It caps a year in which he became a father, won a second Wimbledon title and a second Olympic gold medal, picked up a third BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award and was named by Telegraph readers as Britain’s greatest ever sportsperson.
Rosalind
30-12-2016, 23:36
No - I agree, age is just a number. Sports people in the main are going to be very young. Personally I'm waiting for the umpires to say for example "Sir Andy Murray has two challenges remaining"! :laugh: especially when playing some of the more, shall we say, up-themselves players! :battle:
Hmmm! Why am I not as excited as I am when Andy wins a match? Of course there is no one more deserving etc etc (goes without saying) but I still do have reservations, based, I think, mostly on Andy's comments about a knighthood. I am with you on this one RosieBear. But he has been honoured, that's the way it is so let's celebrate and say many congratulations to our champ.
Mind you, it's yet another FIRST for Andy....first tennis player to be knighted.
david1610
31-12-2016, 00:24
I am proud as his fan but would personally, like Andy, haver preferred it to come a bit later. But, hey, let's prepare for the AO. That is the next big thing! ;)
Heard his knighthood get confirmed on the radio five live's 10.30pm (22.30pm) news, along with Mo Farah's knighthood. Both were expected.
SIR Andy Murray - sounds good to me!! I feel he deserves it now and gets it now for the outstanding year he's had.
RoastLamb
31-12-2016, 02:45
Very exciting!!! I can't believe how much he's achieved in only 29 years. Outstanding. And D&F can't touch him on this one either.
LC the fan
31-12-2016, 03:12
Really proud of him but tend to agree with RB...I think it's too early and should have been awarded on his retirement. I know Andy will be proud but I wonder if it will build the pressure. I do hope not. 2017 was set to bea great start to a year. Just hope he can accept the honour but then tuck it away in his thoughts. What a shame it would be if it did inhibit him.
He has some great tennis left.
and
suttontennis
31-12-2016, 09:22
I'm pleased for him, naturally, but also pleased that he thinks it's been awarded too early, and that he's still got a LIFE (not just a career) ahead of him. Perhaps if he wins all 4 Slams next year he could be placed in the line of succession, I'm sure Princess Anne wouldn't mind giving up her spot to a Scot. Then every Slam after that he moves up a spot.
Congratulations. Very well deserved :clap: :clap: :clap:
Rosalind
31-12-2016, 10:03
I just heard commies on Eurosport say that Andy does not want to be known with a "Sir" - nothing referencing it at Wimbledon on anything. Sounds like his style.
Congratulations Sir Andy :) :clap: :clap: :clap:
I just heard commies on Eurosport say that Andy does not want to be known with a "Sir" - nothing referencing it at Wimbledon on anything. Sounds like his style.
Why does that not surprise me? Well played, Andy.
millypops
31-12-2016, 11:10
Nice to see Paul Hutchins awarded and MBE as well in the New Years List
So well deserved. Well done Sir Andy.
themass15
31-12-2016, 11:53
Well deserved!
Golden Lady
31-12-2016, 12:28
Fabulous news and richly deserved!
If any sportsman deserves a knighthood from an honours system which seems to be more and more skewed in favour of sportstars and celebrities then it's Andy. Especially when someone born abroad, lives abroad and pays taxes abroad gets one as well.
If you watch his interview from today's match, he is chuffed to bits about it. He has that shy smile he has when he is really pleased about something.
In his post match interview today Andy said it's an honour but that it's a bit strange as he still feels like just Andy Murray. And yes he did look pleased. This could be the pinnacle of his career so surely best to award it at a peak rather than wait for retirement when he may no longer be at the top of the game?
If you watch his interview from today's match, he is chuffed to bits about it. He has that shy smile he has when he is really pleased about something.
Does anyone know if there's a link to watch this please?
It just had to be! What an end to an amazing year! Brilliant Sir Andy!
WimbledonWestie
31-12-2016, 17:08
Would maybe have preferred it at end of his career but can see why he got it now - and since he has, am delighted for him.
Andy is the youngest man to be knighted in living memory - http://www.iol.co.za/sport/tennis/andy-murray-named-youngest-knight-in-living-memory-7303030
So agree with this Pabbers.
exislander
31-12-2016, 21:34
In his post match interview today Andy said it's an honour but that it's a bit strange as he still feels like just Andy Murray. And yes he did look pleased. This could be the pinnacle of his career so surely best to award it at a peak rather than wait for retirement when he may no longer be at the top of the game?
You have a point about him being at the top of the game right now but the other way of looking at it is to award it at the end of a career in recognition of the total achievements of that career - which in his case is not yet complete.
RosieBear
31-12-2016, 22:36
You have a point about him being at the top of the game right now but the other way of looking at it is to award it at the end of a career in recognition of the total achievements of that career - which in his case is not yet complete.
Exactly Exislander. I have just put a £20 bet on Andy winning the calendar slam in 2017. I truly believe he is capable of such greatness. As the missing slams, he will go after Aus and French with all his might, and because they are spaced so far apart he can really give both a full-bloodied attack. I absolutely believe he can then go one better than Novak and get all 4 of them in a season. Because of his lost years with back issues, Andy is never going to be the GOAT in terms of sheer numbers, but what he can and will do is go after unique achievements such as retaining the Olympic gold and a calendar slam. Andy is a stronger clay-courter than Fed and a far more talented grass courter than Rafa - he is the most versatile of the big 4 and in my opinion, *when fully fit* the most capable of doing a calendar slam. If he doesn't manage it so be it....but what if he does....am intrigued to know how people believe such a colossal achievement would be honoured if he already has a knighthood.....just give him Scotland, maybe!! Obviously Andy's current achievements are never going anywhere, so a little patience would have been sensible in my opinion (but definitely take James' very good point that Olympians were being honoured this year and it would have been difficult to leave Andy out for a while, even if it is what he would have preferred).
Does anyone know if there's a link to watch this please?
Just seen it on the 11 o'clock BBC News 24. Might be worth watching/recording. They often repeat stories.
Exactly Exislander. I have just put a £20 bet on Andy winning the calendar slam in 2017. I truly believe he is capable of such greatness. As the missing slams, he will go after Aus and French with all his might, and because they are spaced so far apart he can really give both a full-bloodied attack. I absolutely believe he can then go one better than Novak and get all 4 of them in a season. Because of his lost years with back issues, Andy is never going to be the GOAT in terms of sheer numbers, but what he can and will do is go after unique achievements such as retaining the Olympic gold and a calendar slam. Andy is a stronger clay-courter than Fed and a far more talented grass courter than Rafa - he is the most versatile of the big 4 and in my opinion, *when fully fit* the most capable of doing a calendar slam. If he doesn't manage it so be it....but what if he does....am intrigued to know how people believe such a colossal achievement would be honoured if he already has a knighthood.....just give him Scotland, maybe!! Obviously Andy's current achievements are never going anywhere, so a little patience would have been sensible in my opinion (but definitely take James' very good point that Olympians were being honoured this year and it would have been difficult to leave Andy out for a while, even if it is what he would have preferred).Next time, just give me your £20!
In his post match interview today Andy said it's an honour but that it's a bit strange as he still feels like just Andy Murray. And yes he did look pleased. This could be the pinnacle of his career so surely best to award it at a peak rather than wait for retirement when he may no longer be at the top of the game?
I agree Pat. So chuffed that he is now Sir Andy. :bravo:
It seems that we all agree that he deserves it and so why shouldn't he have it. These days Knighthoods seem to be awarded much earlier than they used to be, and as such, I feel that this is the appropriate time for it.
No one knows what the future holds and anything can happen, so Arise Sir Andrew. :GBflag:
RosieBear
01-01-2017, 06:40
Next time, just give me your £20!
Ha! Ye of little faith. Massive ask true, but Andy just might do it. *You never know* Even if he doesn't, definitely think he will do career slam.
He is interviewed on the BBC news sports section this morning. A very happy bunny.
Ha! Ye of little faith. Massive ask true, but Andy just might do it. *You never know* Even if he doesn't, definitely think he will do career slam.
But that almost kind of implies he hasn't done enough yet to warrant the honour. Anything is possible going forward but surely his achievements to date and especially over the last 14 months more than justify it. Why does there have to be some higher accolade for achieving yet more excellence? Carpe diem. As we all know only to well from 2016, you never know what's round the corner.
Do we get to see the actual ceremony? If so when?
RosieBear
01-01-2017, 11:28
But that almost kind of implies he hasn't done enough yet to warrant the honour. Anything is possible going forward but surely his achievements to date and especially over the last 14 months more than justify it. Why does there have to be some higher accolade for achieving yet more excellence? Carpe diem. As we all know only to well from 2016, you never know what's round the corner.
Well we'll just have to agree to disagree Mrs P, as I don't believe it implies that at all.:big grin: I don't think anyone would dream of saying his achievements don't already warrant the honour, but they aren't going anywhere and the fact is that Andy could have a career slam by June, never mind by the end of his career - obviously I'm in the minority, but I would just feel a bit frustrated and sad if there was no special way left to honour *everything* he achieves in a glorious *career* such as a calendar or career slam. For this reason of seeing the full extent of his brilliance honoured it makes much more sense to me to hang back, but I think James was spot on, it would have looked like a snub to Andy if he wasn't recognised this year with the other Olympians, even though Andy himself said he would prefer to wait.
But anyway, it is what it is, and if Andy can make his peace with it even though he would have preferred to receive it later, than so can I :big grin:
I'm sure that if he hadn't got it, we would all be complaining that he had been snubbed when Mo & others got one! And there are still a few higher honours . . .
Rosalind
01-01-2017, 11:48
Do we get to see the actual ceremony? If so when?
they certainly put a bit of it on the news. I don't think it's for a few months. We will have to keep a look out. Maybe check out someone else who has been through it (eg Chris Hoy / Bradley) to see what you can see on youtube or something. they definitely put the kneeling malarkey on the news.
:yahoo:
Rosalind
01-01-2017, 11:50
I'm sure that if he hadn't got it, we would all be complaining that he had been snubbed when Mo & others got one! And there are still a few higher honours . . .
we would be complaining LIKE HELL if he hadn't have got it when Mo etc did! He has it, that's fine, job done! The Lord bit can come when he is grey and old! ;)
Rosalind
01-01-2017, 12:00
they certainly put a bit of it on the news. I don't think it's for a few months. We will have to keep a look out. Maybe check out someone else who has been through it (eg Chris Hoy / Bradley) to see what you can see on youtube or something. they definitely put the kneeling malarkey on the news.
:yahoo:
PS I just googled Chris on you tube and Bradley - they're both on there. Chris all smart and fine with it but check out the Bradley - he definitely seems ill at ease and embarrassed! Made me laugh
Josephine
01-01-2017, 13:27
Sums it up for me.
http://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/euan-mccolm-now-it-s-our-turn-to-shed-a-tear-for-sir-andy-1-4329377
JAMES4578
01-01-2017, 15:33
they certainly put a bit of it on the news. I don't think it's for a few months. We will have to keep a look out. Maybe check out someone else who has been through it (eg Chris Hoy / Bradley) to see what you can see on youtube or something. they definitely put the kneeling malarkey on the news.
:yahoo:
Imagine a bit of a wait for the cermony,depends when Andy is available of course. He was awarded the OBE in the 2013 New Year Honours list, his cermony took place in October http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/13127678.Andy_Murray_OBE__and_a_debutant_Prince_Wi lls_with_dodgy_handwriting/
supergran
01-01-2017, 15:50
Just come on to say that I'm so proud of Andy. He will be Sir but always our Andy.
Just how I feel supergran
banskogirl
01-01-2017, 17:54
Sums it up for me.
http://www.scotsman.com/news/opinion/euan-mccolm-now-it-s-our-turn-to-shed-a-tear-for-sir-andy-1-4329377
A lovely, emotional, article........I can hardly see the screen!
I think I read, he doesn't want anyone during Wimbledon to call him Sir Andy.
I felt frustrated that our first round DC tie is away. If it had been home, then we all could have given him a standing ovation as he would have to be introduced as Sir Andy.
WimbledonWestie
01-01-2017, 23:42
I'm pretty sure he wouldn't want it at DC either!
Well done Andy. Very well deserved. :clap: :clap: :clap:
Am I the only one who is getting a kick out of the fact the BBC are referring to him as Sir Andy in every article?
Andy about his "role in society" now he's so highly regarded. "I'm still pretty shy in front of the cameras....I don't really know how to handle this side of what I do".
I think having accepted the honour Andy would like to move on and it never be mentioned again. Good luck with that. ;)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=181QA5ds2xM
Posted on the newspaper thread but belongs here too
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/story/_/id/18386882/sir-andy-murray-carry-ranting-raving-winning) - Sir Andy Murray must carry on ranting, raving and winning
Obviously I was one of the most in favour of this. Equally however I think this guy deserves it even more. Perhaps some people might like to sign. He is the last representative of a lot of very brave men.
https://www.change.org/p/give-britain-s-last-surviving-dambuster-hero-a-knighthood?recruiter=42063557&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink
(Mods remove if it's inappropriate).
RosieBear
05-01-2017, 09:56
Obviously I was one of the most in favour of this. Equally however I think this guy deserves it even more. Perhaps some people might like to sign. He is the last representative of a lot of very brave men.
https://www.change.org/p/give-britain-s-last-surviving-dambuster-hero-a-knighthood?recruiter=42063557&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink
(Mods remove if it's inappropriate).
Well done Teresa.:thumbup: I too signed and shared this petition to honour the last living Dambuster, early this morning.
What is the purpose of this honour if people are going to say there are others more deserving? Social media is full of comments along the lines of "Why is Andy Murray given a knighthood for merely hitting a ball and being well paid to do so whilst a true hero like George "Johnny" Johnson is ignored?". He's undeniably deserving but Andy's honour shouldn't be used as justification. At the moment I cannot see an upside to Andy accepting a knighthood. The haters are always going to hate but there are also a considerable number who support Andy who either do not think he deserves it or is wrong to accept it. It certainly hasn't brought him any new fans.
Who should get an honour is always going to be open to debate. Along side the comments you outline above there are plenty more in support. This one for example:-
"I'm happy that Andy Murray has been knighted. Really don't understand why people are so worked up about it.
He's slogged his guts out over the last 11 years as a Pro in one of the most competitive eras of the sport, eventually emerging as World Number One and proving so many naysayers wrong. Winning Wimbledon was an Albatross level achievement on it's own. To do it twice, along with the US Open, Double Olympic wins and lead the Davis Cup victory would be a remarkable career for any sportsman in the world.
He's also tagged as being miserable, which appears to be far from the truth from those who know him. His leadership of the GB Olympic team was initially inevitably criticised, but then he delivered a passionate pre-opening ceremony team talk to those attending that had many of them in tears. He followed that up by winning Gold and inspiring many of his teammates by the interest and knowledge he had of their sports and performances.
Is he too young - perhaps, but equally he is inspiring a whole generation to take up tennis and to compete, so why not? Bust your balls for yourself and your country and you will get rewarded. Seems like a good message to me."
Good on him.
I was/am greatly in favour of AM getting his, but had it been a choice of the airman above or AM I hope that I would have the integrity to vote for the airman (note that's my personal integrity- not anyone else's). However I have posted the link, and its people's invidual choice whether to sign it or not. Equally if the mods think it's inappropriate they can remove it. My main reason for wanting AM to get his "K", was because I think his self esteem has always been a bit crud, and anything that gets through to him, just what he has achieved is a good thing.
It is a separate arguement whether the honours system has had its day. I can see both sides, but whilst it exists I think AM is a worthy receipient. Just as the airman above is. There is space for both.
I will get off my soapbox now.
Josephine
05-01-2017, 11:06
I don't really see the connection between Andy getting his knighthood and an airman not getting one. There was and is no choice to be made. Obviously people can sign the petition, but this does not relate to Andy in any way. (Writing as someone whose father served in the RAF during WW2)
Also Bardot's comments re knighthood bringing him no fans - not sure why it should? It is an honour to acknowledge his achievements. There is a lot wrong with the Honours system but Andy chose to accept it, so he decided to accept that acknowledgement and kudos. That's it really.
RosieBear
05-01-2017, 12:50
I don't really see the connection between Andy getting his knighthood and an airman not getting one. There was and is no choice to be made. Obviously people can sign the petition, but this does not relate to Andy in any way. (Writing as someone whose father served in the RAF during WW2)
I don't think anyone was trying to make a connection, more that in the absence of a 'good causes and petitions' thread, it seemed an appropriate place for Teresa to post. I have now started a thread for people to post links/petitions etc to (non-political) causes they feel strongly about and would like to draw attention to. Perhaps Cazza could move the posts? :)
JAMES4578
06-01-2017, 21:27
The Airman "Johnny" Johnson may well deserve a Knighthood and has obviously given great service to the country, however there may be others worthy without without high profile backers. However without meaning to be negative I can't see that signing a petition will make much difference,that's not the way the honours system works-surely it's on the strength of the nominations (via quality rather than numbers),though obviously can be tough choices. The Government petition site automatically rejects petitions for honours, however it can take up to 18 months for some nominations to be considered.
scrapaddict
04-11-2017, 09:00
Has Andy actually been knighted yet??_Have I missed it but I didn't see any photos
Nearly Christmas and still no news of Andy going to Buckingham Palace to receive his knighthood.
lovetennis
06-12-2017, 19:03
Nearly Christmas and still no news of Andy going to Buckingham Palace to receive his knighthood.
Can't see it happening this year, now that Andy has gone to Miami and is spending Christmas in Brisbane.
This will sound ludicrous and I'm sure that there are a dozen other reasons why Andy hasn't received his knighthood yet but in the video of Judy's coaching session before AndyMurrayLive you can see he really struggled to get down on his knees having to use his racquet as a crutch. He wouldn't want to call an MTO at the Palace before he could get up again. :p ;)
Nearly New Year's Eve and still no news. Though, I did have one of those strange dreams. I was sitting next to Kim in Buckingham Palace waiting for Andy to walk along the red carpet. Suddenly, there was a fanfare and the members of staff walked along the red carpet carrying each of Andy's trophies on a red cushion. Then, Andy came along with a walking stick. I then saw myself standing where the Queen/Prince Charles/Prince William stand. Andy knelt down before me and I dubbed his shoulders and put the knighthood on him. As he stood up, I kicked his walking stick away and told him that he wouldn't be needing it anymore. Then, the other me stood up and told everyone else that they needn't worry, as there was more to come for Andy.
angiebabez
28-12-2017, 11:41
You need to lay off the cheese b4 bedtimes :shocked:
You need to lay off the cheese b4 bedtimes :shocked:
There's Nor way it could be GAMMELOST surely?
;)
:cheese:
supergran
30-12-2017, 14:15
New Year's honours published and still Andy hasn't been to the Palace. He'll have to join the queue now.:big grin::sirandy:
New Year's honours published and still Andy hasn't been to the Palace. He'll have to join the queue now.:big grin::sirandy:
How do we know he hasn’t been to the Palace? Andy is quite capable of making sure the press didn’t get wind of it so that Kim and Sophia could be there without being photographed.
WimbledonWestie
30-12-2017, 17:10
I very much suspect it happened ages ago in private.
Can it happen in private though - aren't they always published in the court circular?
WimbledonWestie
30-12-2017, 19:05
I think I meant without press around- he took out an injunction against family photos even before Sophia was born because Kim was getting hassled by paparazzi wanting photos of her pregnant- so maybe he asked for no media as it could well have been while Kim was pregnant.
Or I could be talking mince and it's still to happen. Wouldn't be my first or last time.
JAMES4578
30-12-2017, 23:28
I'd be pretty surprised if Andy could keep the investiture quiet , of course preserving his children's privacy another matter. Would've thought if would at least be mentioned on the news if it had taken place . Mo Farah's cermony was only last month.
Rosalind
31-12-2017, 07:57
It will be on the news - no question! The Palace will be running the show -not Andy. I'm not sure small children are allowed anyway. I can't remember any and even Mo's children were not in his pics - and he's not shy of having them around. I guess it has just been timings and maybe it's not unusual - we just haven't noticed with other people. It's a long wait for us all though - I agree.
supergran
02-01-2018, 01:36
I very much suspect it happened ages ago in private.
Not sure if private investitures happen. Usually there are cameras at the event.
angiebabez
02-01-2018, 15:10
I cant imagine sophia would have been at the palace...not sure its allowed or that andy or kim would have wanted her there in the first place! My Guess is that it hasnt happened yet although the fact that andy has been at home so much this year then it is very strange that it hasnt. All things considered regarding whats been going on its probably not been his top priority.
RosieBear
02-01-2018, 16:30
Investitures can occur at Holyrood and Windsor, not just BP. So maybe Andy could have ducked into a Holyrood or Windsor ceremony to try and keep a low profile.
I am sure it would still have been reported no matter where it took place.
Rosalind
02-01-2018, 23:41
Andy was at home but he didn't know he was going to be here so couldn't schedule it I imagine.
I think Andy was waiting until he was fit before receiving his knighthood but obviously has taken much longer than anticipated. He might have to bite the bullet and take the next available slot. Apparently there are 25 investitures each year.
tinawatt
12-01-2018, 09:40
I think we might see it happening in the next few months while he is recovering . Will have the time to plan it in.
traveller7
15-04-2018, 14:49
Has Andy still not picked up his knighthood yet?! Its been so long.
My brother-in-law was in last years Birthday honours in June and picked his up in December! With all this time off Andy has had I wonder why he hasnt unless we just dont know about it!!!
supergran
16-04-2018, 09:59
Has Andy still not picked up his knighthood yet?! Its been so long.
My brother-in-law was in last years Birthday honours in June and picked his up in December! With all this time off Andy has had I wonder why he hasnt unless we just dont know about it!!!
I haven't heard anything either. Love the expression "picked up". Made me smile. A knight is dubbed with a sword in a ceremony going back centuries. I'm sure this is still done and it usually makes the news.
My Avatar picture was from his OBE
HoopGirl
16-05-2019, 06:23
Andy finally gets his knighthood!
https://www.aol.co.uk/news/2019/05/15/sir-andy-murray-to-collect-knighthood-from-prince-of-wales/
piscesperson
16-05-2019, 08:23
^ as above
https://www.itv.com/news/2019-05-16/sir-andy-murray-to-collect-knighthood-from-prince-of-wales/
supergran
16-05-2019, 09:18
Looking forward to seeing this on the News channels. Will be buying newspapers. ��
Article and video of Sir Andy's proud moment!
https://stv.tv/news/scotland/1437819-arise-sir-andy-tennis-legend-murray-collects-knighthood
I've just seen it on the BBC's lunchtime news.
Rosalind
16-05-2019, 12:43
it's a happy news day!! :knight::sirandy::GBflag:
piscesperson
16-05-2019, 14:00
Sir Andy Murray receives knighthood at Buckingham Palace
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-48294552
piscesperson
16-05-2019, 14:08
from 7 mins
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m000554g/reporting-scotland-lunchtime-news-reporting-scotland
from 29 mins 48 seconds
https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/m00053kf/bbc-news-at-one-16052019
Worth waiting so long for it to happen! Andy looks happy and relaxed with Prince Charles. I've watched it several times like a proud mum, smiling like an idiot; I miss seeing him play but the important thing is he is now pain-free. x
lovetennis
16-05-2019, 16:20
Even though we've known about for a few years I felt quite teary seeing the clip of Andy being knighted by Prince Charles. If anyone deserves one it has got to be our man. So proud of him
angiebabez
16-05-2019, 18:18
Even though we've known about for a few years I felt quite teary seeing the clip of Andy being knighted by Prince Charles. If anyone deserves one it has got to be our man. So proud of him
Ditto. Another very proud emotional moment.
piscesperson
16-05-2019, 18:56
Can someone please bring over two 'King Arthur' pics from Judy's twitter including one from Nial Smith?
(I'm useless at this stuff!)
Sallydaisy
16-05-2019, 19:23
I hope Nial doesn't mind but these are from his twitter account - he's so clever!!!
:thumbup:
Nial Smith @NialSmith (https://twitter.com/NialSmith) 8h8 hours ago (https://twitter.com/NialSmith/status/1128980416956981248)apparently someone we know is going to the palace today…
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D6rxnzuW0AA5Rds.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-05-2019, 19:24
... and here's one he'd done earlier ...
Nial Smith @NialSmith (https://twitter.com/NialSmith) 8h8 hours ago (https://twitter.com/NialSmith/status/1128980802300207105)And while I’m at it, the poster that was intended for Wimbledon 2018, had the Muzz played… #AndyMurray (https://twitter.com/hashtag/AndyMurray?src=hash) #Knighthood (https://twitter.com/hashtag/Knighthood?src=hash) #Slamalot (https://twitter.com/hashtag/Slamalot?src=hash) #HolyGrail (https://twitter.com/hashtag/HolyGrail?src=hash)
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/D6rxz0tWsAIQuVq.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-05-2019, 19:43
... and, in case anyone forgets!
US Open 2012
https://secure.i.telegraph.co.uk/multimedia/archive/02335/murray-tennis-trop_2335555k.jpg
WIMBLEDON 2013
https://www.hellomagazine.com/imagenes/celebrities/2019011166483/sir-andy-murray-announces-retirement/0-313-285/Andy-Murray-Wimbledon-2013-z.jpg
WIMBLEDON 2016
https://static.standard.co.uk/s3fs-public/thumbnails/image/2016/07/10/17/21andymurray1007.jpg?width=1368&height=912&fit=bounds&format=pjpg&auto=webp&quality=70
supergran
16-05-2019, 19:46
Such a proud moment. Felt quite emotional watching him being dubbed Sir Andy. He looked so relaxed and happy. Would love to know what they chatted about.:big grin::knight:
Sallydaisy
16-05-2019, 19:48
2012 Olympics (Gold and Silver medals!)
https://cdn-04.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/migration_catalog/article25870084.ece/86246/AUTOCROP/w620h342/149859817
2016 Olympics (yeah, that's his 2nd gold!)
https://i.eurosport.com/2016/08/15/1912200-40239761-2560-1440.jpg?w=1050
2016 World No 1 and winner of the ATP Tour Finals in London
http://img.livetennis.com/livetennis//201611/Nov20/2016Nov20111403_624663708.jpg
Sallydaisy
16-05-2019, 19:53
OBE
https://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/10/17/article-2464393-18CB99BF00000578-880_634x867.jpg
KNIGHT OF THE REALM
https://i.ytimg.com/vi/9H9LWs_ZutM/maxresdefault.jpg
so happy for him !!!
Watching Rome , I am so missing him playing , just not the same :(
Brings a warm glow. Well done our man.
STV (https://stv.tv/news/scotland/1437819-arise-sir-andy-tennis-legend-murray-collects-knighthood/?fbclid=IwAR1eoL323y1TTgtH-fNET0wFCKWPKWAEiDS47dMtF8lorRek2_2vYvXtL9Y) - Arise Sir Andy: Tennis legend Murray collects knighthood
Includes a video of Andy receiving his knighthood.
Why is he not wearing his wedding ring I wonder?
Why is he not wearing his wedding ring I wonder?
Yes I spotted that as well. Tried to see if it was tied to his shoelace!!!!!!!
Sallydaisy
17-05-2019, 15:19
Yes I spotted that as well. Tried to see if it was tied to his shoelace!!!!!!!
erm, I think he was wearing slip on shoes ...
:hmm:
erm, I think he was wearing slip on shoes ...
:hmm:
Do you think? I'm sure I can see a shoelace when he kneels down... either that or there's a long thread hanging from the hem of his trousers!
No ring though!!
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