QUEENS 208 R1: Andy vs Kyrgios Tuesday 16.00

[goldfish]

Have a great day those of you lucky enough to have tickets for Tuesday. Babysitting so will struggle to watch any matches tomorrow. Just hope Andy enjoys being back.

[david1610]

Good luck Andy. No slips! Hope you feel positive after playing tomorrow!

[karanga]

Very best of luck tomorrow, Andy. :yahoo: :yahoo: :yahoo: :knight:

[WimbledonWestie]

If first two matches could go slowly I may just make this!

[Jane]

Wishing Andy all the very best of luck:thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:

[RosieBear]

If first two matches could go slowly I may just make this!

Good luck, Westie - sending vibes for two epic marathons :peace::peace:

[Stell]

Russell Fuller reckoned the match might be at about 4pm. But the way they got through the matches, yesterday, I would think it might be a bit earlier.

[HoopGirl]

Doing all I can to see this one live. Just want to see Andy moving well with the potential to regain his place at the top of the game.
Come on Andy!

[Rosalind]

I am so jealous of all the people who can be there. My teaching contracts preclude just taking day off most of the time.

I know you will be cheering for all of us. Let's hope this is the start of the end of the recovery.

[jeannie13]

I'm Glad that Andy is playing his good friend Nick. I've always liked Nick & I'm sure that he will treat Andy with respect And if things don't go well for Andy, he will not "rub his nose In it" like Fed or Querry would. Hope Andy plays well. I'm very excited-I've so missed Andy.:love::excited:

[lovetennis]

I'm travelling so will miss it but all the very best to Andy. Obviously would love him to win but most importantly just want him to be physically good and get match practice. Anybody who will be there, shout your lungs out for us who can't be there. Will try to watch live scores in the airport

[HoopGirl]

Any thoughts as to whether he is still likely to start at 4ish?

[RosieBear]

Any thoughts as to whether he is still likely to start at 4ish?

Of course impossible to know HG, but I'd say more like half past 4 at earliest.

[banskogirl]

I was supposed to be getting my hair permed but I've had flu and still off work. Bright side is definitely seeing Andy on live TV!

[Josephine]

Doubt I will be able to watch all the match. But can record BBC Red button if it goes past 6pm.

[RosieBear]

I hope Bardot turns up for Andy's return :peace: - an integral part of Andy's matches that I've missed nearly as much as Andy himself.....c'mon B :peace:

[ljs]

The day has finally come :cheer:

Not expecting much , but just so glad hes back out there , I have really missed watching him !!!!

[clancy]

Not long now; think Djokovic will sew his match up pretty quickly. No expectations, just hope Andy gets the reception he deserves and that he finishes the match, win or lose, with a smile on his face and no injuries! x!

[Rosalind]

I don't often say this but "come on Novak!!" - get this over quickly.

He's back. :dance:

[Genbrit]

Federers playing, so probably won't get Andy on over here until he's finished or will keep swopping between matches, ugh!!! Have to hope I can get a stream. Even more frustrating as have Amazon prime but still can't get Tennis stream on that over here yet!!!! Anyway, still ecstatic that Andy's back. :)

[mickeypops]

Hurray - it's Andy time! What a reception he's going to get from the crowd at Queens!

[RosieBear]

Of course impossible to know HG, but I'd say more like half past 4 at earliest.

What the heck do I know. Novak cut through his match much more quickly than I predicted. Andy's up now. Go Andy!!!

[Jan]

Good luck Andy!!!!

[Stell]

Nice of Novak to wish Andy well.

[banskogirl]

Uh oh the crowd are standing already.......:help::crying:

[Stell]

Big cheer as Andy walks out.

[lovetennis]

Woo hoo thanks for Disney wifi. Waiting to set off for the airport so I can follow livescores for the next hour

[Stell]

Andy waves to the crowd.

[banskogirl]

Oh boy!

[WimbledonWestie]

Made it home in Nick of time ! What a welcomeK

[jackie55]

Tried to get onto BBC online to watch Andy's match, no luck does anyone know of a link/website l can use to watch the match live, is it because l am in Croatia (on holiday) that l cannot get online

[patlowe]

So emotional.:excited:

[banskogirl]

Tried to get onto BBC online to watch Andy's match, no luck does anyone know of a link/website l can use to watch the match live, is it because l am in Croatia (on holiday) that l cannot get online

Would give you my bet365 password but don't think it works out of the UK.

[ljs]

me too pat , had a tear in my eye seeing him walk onto the court !!

[Alis]

Such a great reception - well done the Queens crowd! Does anyone else think Andy is looking thin?

[lovetennis]

So emotional.:excited:

I can only see pics and tweets but feel like crying

[Stell]

There is a website called sportstream.co.uk that are also, supposedly, doing it live. But, you would have to be a member.

[mickeypops]

Here we go, it's great to be back!

[Stell]

Andy gets another big cheer, as he walks out to serve.

[Genbrit]

livescorehunter.com have streams but can only get in Spanish at moment, better than nothing

[mickeypops]

First point to Andy - comms says nothing's changed at all!

[Stell]

"YES" shouts Castle, as Andy wins the first point.

[RosieBear]

Andy's winning! :laugh:

[Mandiemoo]

There he is on the lovely green grass! I feel quite nervous but its so nice to finally see him competing at last.

Cmon Muzz!

[Teresa]

All I can say is it back to the dodgy guts for me, after a year....!!! The very best Mr M.

[Stell]

Break point for Kyrgios.

[Stell]

Saved by Andy.

[Stell]

Andy wins the first game.

[mickeypops]

Andy saves a break point to serve it out for 1-0. Looking pretty good!

[Alis]

Well done, Andy - an ace to seal the first game!

[Mandiemoo]

A good workout there to seal the opening service game.

Cmon Muzz!

[Stell]

Australia used to have Strictly. Was Kyrgios hoping to go on our version?

[mickeypops]

Kyrgios serves out to 15. 1-1

[Stell]

1 - 1.

[banskogirl]

Andy doesn't look as nervous as I'm feeling

[Genbrit]

http://live.drakulawidget.com/streamvideo10/andy-murray-live-streaming-4676018.html In Spanish. Just close any pop ups that appear at first.

[mickeypops]

Andy takes the service game t0 30. Some nice tennis there, Andy moving around very well.

[clancy]

Shed a few tears when he came out! Then a workman replacing gas pipes along the drive I live on knocked on the door, and after a few choice words about his timing, departed!

[Stell]

Unbelievable!! I was keeping an eye on Jo Konta's match, when Castle had to mention Dan Evans's ban yet again!! Andy's playing!

[mickeypops]

Kyrgios serves his rockets to hold to 15. 2-2.

[banskogirl]

Beautiful!

[banskogirl]

Everything is emotional, his grunting his muttering, his come ons!!

[Mandiemoo]

Serves gone a bit wonky, Andy working hard on serve, no obvious shortening of points. Some 'Cmons' which we love. I'm out of practise at managing my emotions, i feel all over the place!!

Cmon Muzz!

[mickeypops]

A tough hold, saves a couple of BPs but back in front 3-2. Well played Andy.

[WimbledonWestie]

I know I'm meant to just be thrilled to see him be on court but.... old habits die hard. Cmon Andy, loving hearing him grumble at himself, shows he's feeling competitive.

[Stell]

Andy almost breaks, as the ball goes out.

[Stell]

Kyrgios does a Kyrgios by slamming the net with the ball.

[Stell]

Another break for Andy, as the crowd cheers him on.

[Stell]

Saved.

[RosieBear]

I know I'm meant to just be thrilled to see him be on court but.... old habits die hard. Cmon Andy, loving hearing him grumble at himself, shows he's feeling competitive.

Absolutely, Westie. Whatever he says, deep down Andy's not there to make up the numbers - and why not because while he might not get the win today, he's looking fantastic given the context. Go on Andy!

[Stell]

Third break point for Andy, as the crowd urge him on.

[WimbledonWestie]

This game is so Andy. And a bit so Nick. As an aside, love his outfit!

[RosieBear]

I, for one, am well-pleased with what Andy's doing out there. Really positive :thumbup:

[Stell]

Andy breaks.

[mickeypops]

Well now, there's an Andy break! 4-2. Nick seems to have had a bit of a brainstorm and served some stupid second serves!

[banskogirl]

Maybe Nick thought Andy would be a bit of a walkover.......

[Stell]

5 - 2.

[mickeypops]

Andy holds for 5-2. It's hard to know what to make of Nick at the moment.....

[banskogirl]

Sometimes I wonder if Nick would rather look as though he's choosing to lose when he thinks he will get beaten anyway?

[david1610]

The beauty of playing Nick at Queens first match back is that our well-known silly commentator is at least fixated on him and not Andy! C'mon Andy and hello everybody again! :)

[Teresa]

I know a lot of people don’t like Nick, but the one thing I was certain of is that Nick wouldn’t humiliate AM, eve. If he could. He has too much respect for him.

[Stell]

First set to Andy.

[RosieBear]

I think this is a really tough match for Nick and not just physically. He's great mates with Andy, really appreciated Andy's support during tough moments, now finding it hard to be ruthless, take advantage and get first win over Andy.

[patlowe]

I think it's difficult for Nick being a good friend of Andy's and he does respect Andy. But absolutely loving what Andy is doing. He certainly hasn't lost his competitive instinct.

[mickeypops]

Unbelievable! Andy takes the first set 6-2. I'm pinching myself here..... can't quite believe it. He hardly looks like he's been away!

Nick is a bit of a twit though.....

[Teresa]

I think this is a really tough match for Nick and not just physically. He's great mates with Andy, really appreciated Andy's support during tough moments, now finding it hard to be ruthless, take advantage and get first win over Andy.


That was one of my scenarios. It’s why I wasn’t disappointed when he drew Nick.

[Stell]

I, vaguely, remember Krygios got fined once for 'not playing'. As he practically threw away the match. What must Hewitt be thinking?

[Jan]

:cheer::cheer:

[patlowe]

Anna, you and I were having the same thought at the same time! Sorry if it looks like I repeated you!

[mickeypops]

I think it's difficult for Nick being a good friend of Andy's and he does respect Andy. But absolutely loving what Andy is doing. He certainly hasn't lost his competitive instinct.

Have to disagree slightly.... Kyrgios is a world class athlete in great form. Friendships go out the window once the umpire says "play" !!!

[jackie55]

http://live.drakulawidget.com/streamvideo10/andy-murray-live-streaming-4676018.html In Spanish. Just close any pop ups that appear at first.

Thanks, but decided to just follow match on forum, fortunately I have recorded the match so hopefully will watch it when I am back home on Thursday

[RosieBear]

Anna, you and I were having the same thought at the same time! Sorry if it looks like I repeated you!

Not at all, Pat. Great minds and fools etc. tee hee. C'mon Andy!!

[mickeypops]

Ouch, a couple of loose shots hands Nick an early break in the second.... 0-1.

[Teresa]

Rats broken at start of second.

[Stell]

Kyrgios breaks in the first game of the second set.

[ljs]

i agree mickey
did hear nick say he couldnt push off in that first set tho , a problem maybe
Must say im pleasantly surprised by how well Andy is moving tho !!!

[Stell]

Andy breaks back.

[mickeypops]

Andy breaks straight back - Nick still giving away cheap points with silly second serves.....

[banskogirl]

Everyone see Angie with her flag?!

[patlowe]

I wish the commies would stop digging up he dirt on Nick. Castle back-pedalling slightly! He must realise he has overdone it!

[lovetennis]

Appreciating your comments to bring to life the lives core. Sadly Disney's wifi isn't up to streaming so good to see your comments instead.

[Stell]

Kyrgios breaks again.

[exislander]

Yes!

Everyone see Angie with her flag?!

[mickeypops]

Another break, some loose shots again. 1-2. Bit of a scrappy start to the second, three breaks of serves.

[RosieBear]

I've watched closely and so far there's been no clutching/grimacing as there used to be when he was struggling with his back. Nothing. :thumbup:

[exislander]

I've watched closely and so far there's been no clutching/grimacing as there used to be when he was struggling with his back. Nothing. :thumbup:

And no limping either!

[mickeypops]

Comfortable hold this time for Kyrgios to take a 3-1 lead.

[mickeypops]

Andy steadies the ship with a hold to 30. 2-3.

[mickeypops]

Castle "..... I thought it was over for him..."

Grrr - just shut up you twit!

[Mandiemoo]

Wonder why Bouncy not done any high-level coaching? He's so knowledgeable in all aspects of the game, such a shame.....

Cmon Muzz!

[mickeypops]

Kyrgios saves three BPS there but eventually holds for 2-4.

[mickeypops]

Wonder why Bouncy not done any high-level coaching? He's so knowledgeable in all aspects of the game, such a shame.....

Cmon Muzz!

Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha !

[mickeypops]

Andy holds to love, very nice play. Still a break down at 3-4.

[RosieBear]

Vintage Andy running pass!

[Stell]

Break point for Andy.

[Stell]

Yes!!!

[mickeypops]

Yes! What a return from a Kyrgios rocket serve! Andy gets the break back, now 4-4. Come on Andy!

[patlowe]

This is like old times! I'm scaring my neighbours again with my loud cheering! They better get used to it again!

[Stell]

5 - 4.

[mickeypops]

Andy holds from 0-30, now gets his nose in front in the second. 5-4. Kyrgios serves to save the match!

[patlowe]

Let's go! Love it!

[banskogirl]

This is like old times! I'm scaring my neighbours again with my loud cheering! They better get used to it again!

I think I just heard you!

[mickeypops]

5-5, squeeky bum time!

[Stell]

6 - 5.

[mickeypops]

A bit of a scrappy game, but Andy holds to 30. 6-5. Nick serves to stay in the match again!

[patlowe]

I think I just heard you!

Ha! Ha! You probably did!

[Stell]

Tie break.

[mickeypops]

6-6. Tie break time! Who's got the bottle for it I wonder?

[Stell]

0 - 3.

[Stell]

1 - 3.

[Stell]

2 - 3.

[Stell]

2 - 4.

[Stell]

3 - 4.

[Stell]

The crowd cheers, as Andy makes it 4 - 4.

[Stell]

4 - 5.

[mickeypops]

Andy serves.... Kyrgios plays a great FH and it's 4-5, Kyr to serve.

[mickeypops]

4-6, Kyrgios serves fro the set.....

[Stell]

Kyrgios wins the second set.

[mickeypops]

.... and Nick takes the TB, one set all.

[Teresa]

:-(

[patlowe]

This has been a great test for Andy. As far as I can see he's right up to it.

[mickeypops]

Comfortable hold for Kyrgios at the start of the decider. 0-1.

[jackie55]

Shame Andy serving second in final set, still whatever happens it is great that he is back:boogie:

[ljs]

whatever happens here , I think Andy has played Fantastic !!!

[Stell]

Another break point for Kyrgios.

[Stell]

Saved.

[mickeypops]

Dr Castle now speculating that Andy has a "back issue..."

[Stell]

1 - 1.

[mickeypops]

Andy holds! 1-1.

[Stell]

Castle and Lloyd do talk rubbish.

[Teresa]

Dr Castle now speculating that Andy has a "back issue..."


I imagine he has, the issue being he hasn’t played a 3 set match for almost 12 months........!!!

I am having to listen to it on mute. I can’t stand the drivel.

[mickeypops]

Kyrgios holds for 2-1, to 30.

[banskogirl]

We just had a powercut..........the longest 5 minutes ever!

Was going to say it was a tiny bit of rain but maybe it was the extra drivel!!

[mickeypops]

Castle and Lloyd do talk rubbish.

It's not just their comments on the actual game, it's all the drivel they talk about the players in-between.

[Stell]

I had a power cut whilst Barker and Fleming were talking about this match.

No doubt, Andy's match will stay on BBC 2.

[mickeypops]

Andy holds to 30 for 2-2. Tough one to call this. Will Andy tire? It would be understandable.

[Stell]

I was talking about their drivel. Who cares about if a plane is going over!!

[mickeypops]

Comfortable hold for Nick. 2-3. Who's going to blink first?

[jackie55]

I had a power cut whilst Barker and Fleming were talking about this match.

No doubt, Andy's match will stay on BBC 2.

I hope it does because l am recording the match

[supergran]

Can hear supergramps saying "Do you have to?" while rolling his eyes at my loud, incessant support.:lol:

[ljs]

Can hear supergramps saying "Do you have to?" while rolling his eyes at my loud, incessant support.:lol:

aww memories are very sweet arent they !! :grouphug:

[Stell]

Break point for Kyrgios.

[Stell]

Saved.

[banskogirl]

Lightning now too!

[banskogirl]

I mean't the weather but Andy's not too bad either!

[Stell]

3 - 3.

[mickeypops]

Phew! Andy grinds out a tough hold after a few deuces. 3-3.

[Stell]

Another seed goes out on court one. Still hoping for Andy.

[mickeypops]

Kyrgios holds to 30. 3-4.

[Stell]

4 - 4.

[mickeypops]

Andy serves out that one in style! 4-4

[mickeypops]

... and Kyrgios holds comfortably. 4-5.

[banskogirl]

So now a clean winner is one which hits the net........

[Stell]

Match point for Kyrgios.

[mickeypops]

oops, a loose BH and it's 30-40, MP to Nick...

[Stell]

Lucky!!!

[mickeypops]

.... which is saved! NK drops one into the net!

[Stell]

Second match point to Kyrgios.

[mickeypops]

... Andy drope a wek second serve and Nick punches it away for another MP

[Stell]

Saved.

[mickeypops]

..... which Andy saves again!

[Stell]

The crowd roars, as Andy gets a first serve in.

[mickeypops]

Andy holds! Fantastic! 5-5

[Stell]

5 - 5.

[Teresa]

So gutsy. Well done Mr M.

[mickeypops]

The old Andy is still here! He so badly does NOT want to lose this!

[patlowe]

What a fighter is our Andy!!

[WimbledonWestie]

Andy treating us to life back on the Murraycoaster.

[mickeypops]

Cracking return from Andy sets up 30-30

[mickeypops]

Andy treating us to life back on the Murraycoaster.

Oh yes... I'd almost forgotten!

[mickeypops]

BP... saved with an ace.

[Stell]

I love it when two Brits play at the same time.

[mickeypops]

And NK serves it out, 5-6. Andy serving to stay in the match now....

[Mandiemoo]

Argh... It's a nerve shredder!

Cmon Muzz!

[mickeypops]

OUch, a loose FH sets up another MP for NK. 30-40

[Jane]

:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying: But so pleased to see him playing so well

[mickeypops]

oh, and a DF ends it. Tough luck Andy. Well played!

[Stell]

What a shame!! Double fault and Andy's gone.

[Teresa]

A real shame, but probably for the best. I expected him to lose in straight sets. I think it was very promising. He lost on rustiness and a bit of fatigue. He did much better than I think any of us were expecting. Onwards.

[supergran]

:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying: So proud of Andy today. :love:

[patlowe]

Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! ANDY. No matter the outcome that was a very encouraging performance and absolutely compelling viewing. It's SO good to have him back. Hope he's not too sore tomorrow.

[ljs]

that was so much better than i was anticipating it would be , so much respect for Andy !!!!

[mickeypops]

A real shame, but probably for the best. I expected him to lose in straight sets. I think it was very promising. He lost on rustiness and a bit of fatigue. He did make ch better than I think any of us were expecting. Onwards.

Completely agree. I'm not sure a two or three match run here on consecutive days would have been in his best interest. I/m just really, really pleased that he moved so well and played so brilliantly. I'm well chuffed.

[JennieF]

Great to see Andy back playing. Wasn’t holding my breath for a win - just some important real match practice to ease him back in. Gently does it Andy. Nice that you lost (only just!) to Nick, one of your friends. Onwards.........and upwards!! :thumbup:

[RosieBear]

Just happy to be back on court, my eye :big grin:. Overjoyed by what I've seen today. See no reason why, in time, he can't get back to slam winning form.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Well done to Nick :thumbup:

[WimbledonWestie]

Oh yes... I'd almost forgotten!

Amazing how quickly it all came flooding back!

[banskogirl]

Well played Andy :bravo: amazingly good to have you back!

Now rest and bring on some more!

[WimbledonWestie]

Just happy to be back on court, my eye :big grin:. Overjoyed by what I've seen today. See no reason why, in time, he can't get back to slam winning form.:thumbup::thumbup::thumbup:

Well done to Nick :thumbup:

Absolutely! What a great match, I'm really excited fir his comeback now. Was always the fear he'd be thrashed in his comeback match putting doubts in his head. Could see it all coming back, providing the match doesn't set him back fitness wise I think a few more events and hopefully kind draws and he'll be on the way back. A great match for Andy to see where he is at and test everything out.

[lynne]

Absolutely over the moon with that match play from Andy, a lot, lot better than I ever hoped for & great to see he still has the hunger for the game. One step at a time Andy, just one step!!! Sheer joy just to see him walk on the green, green, grass!!:thumbup:

[Teresa]

Kyrgios’s comment in his interview

Commentator - “It must be nice to beat Andy at last?”
Kyrgios- “I don’t count that as a win”.

i.e. Beating Andy in his first full match for almost a year, isn’t really something I am going to boast about. I normally delete matches he loses immediately. I shall keep this one.

[WimbledonWestie]

It was a very odd sensation to have thoroughly enjoyed watching Andy lose

[Genbrit]

Yay!!! Welcome Back Andy. Love his fire and passion. He obviously wanted to win as you would expect from him, but I hope he is extremely proud of his performance. Hoping for a good recovery from the long first match back and seeing more of Andy soon.

[mickeypops]

Well, it's great to be back on this forum on a match thread!

[WimbledonWestie]

I know!

[Mandiemoo]

As long as he wakes up ok in the morning, I'll be happy. It was almost like he hadn't been away, I was straight back into Murraymaniac mode with holding my breath, fist pumping, grimacing, the full lot!

[HoopGirl]

Great match - impressive from Andy.
Wonder how his body will feel tomorrow.
That was so close.
Great to feel those butterflies in anticipation again.
Love seeing him play - he looks good - really hopeful for the future for him!

[HoopGirl]

As long as he wakes up ok in the morning, I'll be happy. It was almost like he hadn't been away, I was straight back into Murraymaniac mode with holding my breath, fist pumping, grimacing, the full lot!

Me too -fist pumping and shouting and clapping.

Most of all - proud.

[clancy]

Kyrgios’s comment in his interview

Commentator - “It must be nice to beat Andy at last?”
Kyrgios- “I don’t count that as a win”.

i.e. Beating Andy in his first full match for almost a year, isn’t really something I am going to boast about. I normally delete matches he loses immediately. I shall keep this one.

I know Nick can be a naughty lad but his heart is in the right place. I remember him several years ago giving generously to one of Andy's charities - was it Elena's? His comment is so unlike Querry's when he 'beat' Andy at last year's Wimbledon and spoke as if he had done it when he was in peak condition.

[Nessie]

I know Nick can be a naughty lad but his heart is in the right place. I remember him several years ago giving generously to one of Andy's charities - was it Elena's? His comment is so unlike Querry's when he 'beat' Andy at last year's Wimbledon and spoke as if he had done it when he was in peak condition.

I agree, I have never quite forgiven Querry saying there wasn’t much wrong with Andy - he only hobbled between pints!! He was only then out for a year!

[Speedy Hawk]

Shame Andy lost but I expect this and also score line was much better than I expect. I didn’t see match cos at work but from score line he seem done very well for proper first match.

[lovetennis]

Catching up after arriving at the airport. Never had any expectations so pretty pleased for Andy. Hope the body holds up overnight. Will watch the replay tomorrow

[pabbers]

What a heartening match. Andy may not be match tight but my goodness he hasn't lost any of his phenomenal skill and instincts. All he needs is court time. He looked pretty fit.

[anor]

It's all been said already but I couldn't believe how he seemed to slot back into his old ways (good ones) as if he had never been away. That was all I was hoping for and more. So happy and relieved to see him lasting out 3 hard sets and I hope that he doesn't feel too sore tomorrow morning. I thought the Queens crowd were great and so supportive of him and I loved Angie's banner!

[Jan]

I've only glanced at the last couple of pages of this thread, but like everyone I'm so pleased Andy made a real match of it - and almost won! So much more than we might have expected. Hope he recovers well and is encouraged with how it went.
Oh my, some of those shots!!!!
Welcome back Andy!

[scrapaddict]

Like everyone else just very very pleased how well Andy was moving and to see his brilliant shot making in action again. Fabuloius performance so now looking forward to Wimbledon.
Well done to Kyle too though Andy was an impossible act to follow!

[clancy]

I agree, I have never quite forgiven Querry saying there wasn’t much wrong with Andy - he only hobbled between pints!! He was only then out for a year!

I've never forgiven him either!

[david1610]

What a pleasure to see Andy again (though had to see the last four games later). Similar thoughts to many here and hope he wakes up not too stiff. In the long term I think it was good he played a third set as although a bit of fatigue set in, there were some shots and rallies where Andy held back less than in the first two sets as his competitive nature overcame any initial caution.
Well done Andy! :)

[Stell]

For a first match back, I thought he did extremely well. He's claimed that he might play in Eastbourne, but it would depend on how he feels.

[Passionanda]

It was a very odd sensation to have thoroughly enjoyed watching Andy lose

Exactly, WW, he played better than any of us could have expected after a year away so seeing him like that was enough for me......he’ll need to break himself in gently(??!!)

[Rosalind]

I'm late with this as I have been avoiding all media having only just managed to watch Kyle.
I was more than pleased with Andy - I thought a solid 6-4, 6-4 would have been ok. In the end I was hoping for a win because he played so well. Optimistic for the future now. Really good to see.

[lovetennis]

Just started watching the replay. What a lovely welcome everybody gave Andy. Even though I know the result, so excited to see him playing again :cheer:

[LC the fan]

It's all been said but what a wonderful feeling being part of that centre court, all on their feet and cheering as Andy walked back on court, and clapping and cheering for some time. A real welcome home !!

And so proud to see the fierce determination and the fist pumps in that final set when weariness was setting in.
Oh how we've missed him. Oh how great to see he will be around for a while yet

[JAMES4578]

Bit late on commenting but have been away, though unfortunately not one of those there for Andy's return. Anyway managed to see the match and fabulous to see Andy back and certainly not lost any of the competitive edge, played pretty well for most part considering the nature of the opposition in first competitive outing for some time. Just pity could not found way in 2nd but once Kygrios turned it on became problematic. Sure the match fitness will come but is going to take a bit of time, of course don't know how he would be over 5 mind you. Speculation that Wimbledon participation is not a certainty but not sure how accurate the information is, in any case Andy best placed to decide with team on best course of action.

[lovetennis]

The way that Nick has played this week puts Andy's performance in an even better light. Nick is the ultimate hot/cold player but he's on a hot streak this week, so well done Andy for pushing him all the way