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RoastLamb
19-09-2012, 20:12
More AM-related letters (see above):


Since I know you love these Hall of Fame questions ... Is Murray a lock now that he won the U.S. Open (let's say he doesn't win another and never reaches No. 1)?
-- Gene, Metuchen, N.J.

• Given the "One Slam and a bit more" precedent, how could you deny Murray? One Slam title and four other finals. Semis or better at all four. Olympic gold. A bunch of Masters titles. Good record against the other Big Four members. It sounds silly: By winning the U.S. Open he guaranteed himself Hall of Fame enshrinement. But, again, given the current requirements, how could he be denied?

How about that men's final for "greatest match ever"? Truly inhuman shotmaking and defense, 50-plus-shot rallies AND balls being blown hither and yon in the wind. And enough momentum swings to render even the hardiest Scots comatose toward the end.
-- Rick, Albuquerque

• Too many lopsided sets. Too many errors. Too many lapses. Insufficient fifth-set drama. Don't get me wrong: I enjoyed the match immensely. But even for the "Men's Grand Slam Final of the Year" award, I pick Australia over the U.S. Open.

rondun
19-09-2012, 20:39
I always wonder how many of the letters in Jon Wertheim's mailbag should actually have the name J. Wertheim, New York, N.Y. below them

cazza99
20-09-2012, 15:24
Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/smith-admits-gb-will-need-murray-to-have-chance-of-overcoming-russians.18929740) - Smith admits GB will need Murray to have chance of overcoming Russians

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/politics/proposals-for-scottish-tennis-academy-to-be-unveiled-soon-1-2538519) - Proposals for Scottish tennis academy to be unveiled soon

Construction News (http://www.cnplus.co.uk/news/2012-olympics/barr-ponders-turning-olympic-arena-into-andy-murray-academy/8635845.article) - Barr ponders turning Olympic arena into 'Andy Murray' academy

Stirling Observer (http://www.stirlingobserver.co.uk/stirling-news/local-news-stirling/news-stirling/2012/09/19/dignitaries-pay-tribute-to-sporting-hero-andy-51226-31861576/)- Dignitaries pay tribute to sporting hero Andy

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19663078) - Britain's Laura Robson through to Guangzhou Open semis

cazza99
20-09-2012, 15:39
Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltr4p8simt0&list=UUmLBmGKjSo0OvXsELS20ZzQ&index=1&feature=plcp) - HEAD Tour TV: 2012 US Open Champion Andy Murray
video - don't think this was posted before

tennis.com (http://www.tennis.com/news/2012/09/catching-tape-last-king-england/39487/#.UFs4p65QNc1)- Catching the Tape: The Last King of England

cazza99
21-09-2012, 19:06
Orange (http://web.orange.co.uk/article/sports/nishikori_to_learn_from_murray) - Nishikori to learn from Murray

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/murray-determined-not-to-be-one-slam-wonder/) - History is on Murray's side

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/exclusive-laura-robson-interview/) - Exclusive: Laura Robson interview

With Andy Murray winning the US Open and you doing well, there seems to be a general good feeling around British tennis. Do the players feel that too?
I think we all feel it. The support that all of us have had on Twitter and Facebook and stuff like that over the summer has been incredible. I’m definitely having more people come to my matches – whether that’s because I am playing Chinese people over here, I don’t know – but a lot of people seemed to be supporting me and there were a lot of “Come on Laura”s today. It’s really exciting and I think Andy kick-started the whole thing at the Olympics, for sure.
....
Did you watch Andy’s final?
Oh yeah. I stayed up way past my bedtime to watch it and I was super-tired for practice next day. I watched the whole thing – I couldn’t stop watching it, it was so good. I was getting so pumped up in front of my TV. I didn’t cry but I was just incredibly happy for him.
Perhaps it was playing mixed doubles with you at the Olympics that did the trick?
Er, I don’t think so (laughing). But yeah, he’s been playing incredibly well and it was only a matter of time before he won one. We’re all really happy for him


BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19675769)- Laura Robson through to Guangzhou WTA final

cazza99
21-09-2012, 19:13
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1342350-10-most-intimidating-faces-in-the-players-box?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=tennis) - Tennis: 10 Most Intimidating Faces in the Players' Box

cazza99
22-09-2012, 14:01
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/09/Feature/RICOH-MatchFacts-Federer-Djokovic-Murray-Nadal-In-Own-League.aspx)- Breaking Down The 'Big Four' In RICOH ATP MatchFacts
by Matt Fitzgerald

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19684793)- Laura Robson loses to Su-Wei Hsieh in Guangzhou Open final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19678541) - Laura Robson showing top-10 potential - Croft & Durie

Sallydaisy
22-09-2012, 20:31
Andy played at Wentworth today - and it wasn't in golfing kit .......
;)


Browns Estate Agents ‏@BrownsSales (https://twitter.com/BrownsSales) Great to see Andy Murray at Wentworth today- awesome player! pic.twitter.com/upZyNZgb (http://t.co/upZyNZgb)

From the Club website (http://www.wentworthclub.com/tennishealth/3417/):
[QUOTE]We are delighted to confirm that Murray Mania is “all set” to take to the Tennis & Health Club this September. Andy who joined as a member of Wentworth earlier this year has agreed to showcase his talents for Members’ exclusive enjoyment on the 22nd September 2012.

Wimbledon Finalist, and Olympic gold medal Champion Andy Murray will be undertaking a practice session led by Wimbledon Finalist, and two time Grand Slam Men’s Doubles winner, Kevin Ullyett. Kevin is also a member of Wentworth and currently coaches Andy’s brother Jamie Murray.

The practice session will be followed by a doubles match and wrapped up with a Question and Answer opportunity to quiz our home grown champion. Andy is due on court 2pm to 4pm with the event being weather dependent and subject to postponement or cancellation at short notice.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A3ah6S2CQAEEgTE.jpg
photo from twitter

cazza99
23-09-2012, 10:21
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1344069-andy-murray-and-ivan-lendl-is-this-a-match-made-in-heaven) - Andy Murray and Ivan Lendl: Is This a Match Made in Heaven?

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19687453) - Laura Robson targets a place in the top fifty of the world rankings

cazza99
23-09-2012, 16:57
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1344445-8-predictions-for-andy-murrays-2013-season-after-epic-2012) - 8 Predictions for Andy Murray's 2013 Season After Epic 2012

cazza99
23-09-2012, 17:29
I never managed to get round to posting all the newspaper articles from the US Open I meant to. Here are a few more.

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/169847.html) - Sky is the limit for Andy Murray

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/just-don-t-expect-two-grand-slams-to-come-along-at-once-for-andy-murray-1-2529826) - Just don’t expect two grand slams to come along at once for Andy Murray

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/aidan-smith-even-english-expat-set-will-have-to-accept-our-andy-now-1-2529625) - Aidan Smith: Even English expat set will have to accept our Andy now

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/alix-ramsay-fan-connection-more-important-to-murray-1-2529627) - Alix Ramsay: Fan connection more important to Murray

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/allan-massie-don-t-expect-murray-to-dominate-tennis-1-2528101) - Allan Massie: Don’t expect Murray to dominate tennis

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/interview-ivan-lendl-on-andy-murray-s-major-win-1-2525574) - Interview: Ivan Lendl on Andy Murray’s major win

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/bill-lothian-1-2521435)- Bill Lothian

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/ruth-wishart-first-time-in-years-i-ve-been-kept-up-by-a-handsome-young-scot-1-2520561) - Ruth Wishart: First time in years I’ve been kept up by a handsome young Scot

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/as-andy-murray-sees-it-his-tennis-career-so-far-in-his-own-words-1-2520557) - As Andy Murray sees it: His tennis career so far in his own words

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/martin-hannan-andy-murray-is-greatest-sporting-scot-in-a-golden-age-1-2520553) - Martin Hannan: Andy Murray is greatest sporting Scot in a golden age

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/around-the-world-press-praises-andy-s-triumph-in-test-of-will-as-much-as-skill-1-2520551)- Around the world press praises Andy’s triumph in ‘test of will as much as skill’

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/mark-mcsherry-we-were-there-on-the-night-andy-murray-got-his-wings-1-2520550) - Mark McSherry: We were there on the night Andy Murray got his wings

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/moira-gordon-fred-perry-is-history-now-andy-murray-is-a-winner-1-2520548) - Moira Gordon: Fred Perry is history now Andy Murray is a winner

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/roberto-forzoni-andy-murray-has-developed-steel-of-a-champion-1-2520534) - Roberto Forzoni: Andy Murray has developed steel of a champion

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/team-murray-who-s-who-1-2520536) - Team Murray: who’s who

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-talent-determination-and-a-helping-hand-1-2520498) - Andy Murray: Talent, determination and a helping hand

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/tim-henman-predicts-a-deluge-of-grand-slam-wins-for-andy-murray-1-2520483) - Tim Henman predicts a deluge of grand slam wins for Andy Murray

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-satisfied-and-sober-reflection-with-glass-of-irn-bru-1-2520482)- Andy Murray: Satisfied and sober reflection with glass of Irn-Bru

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-ultra-competitive-nature-fuelled-single-minded-rise-to-the-top-1-2520493) - Andy Murray: Ultra-competitive nature fuelled single-minded rise to the top

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/lta-chief-hopes-andy-murray-s-us-open-success-can-inspire-more-adults-to-play-tennis-1-2519177) - LTA chief hopes Andy Murray’s US Open success can inspire more adults to play tennis

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wait-is-over-for-andy-murray-as-scot-lifts-first-grand-slam-1-2518839) - Wait is over for Andy Murray as Scot lifts first Grand Slam

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-heartache-spurred-murray-to-us-open-win-1-2516449)- Wimbledon heartache spurred Murray to US Open win

cazza99
23-09-2012, 17:41
A few more regarding the US Open

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murrays-us-open-triumph-is-scotlands-1326643)- Andy Murray's US Open triumph is Scotland's best sporting moment ever

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/shari-low-on-judy-murray-1321859)- Judy's given hope to every long-suffering sports mum

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-phenomenal-says-ex-celtic-1320416)- Nobody will ever question Andy's mental strength now, says Gordon Strachan

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-similar-to-fred-perry-1320345) - British tennis legends Fred Perry and Andy Murray cut from the same cloth

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/sports-hotline-wednesday-september-12-1320406) - Callers salute Andy Murray after he wins Grand Slam at fifth time of asking

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/psychologist-on-andy-murrays-win-1320361)- Andy can reach higher heights after first major, says top sports shrink

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-fans-pay-tribute-1318805) - 'Dunblane's hero': Popcorn and hot dogs on the menu as home town stays up late to salute Andy Murray

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/us-open-dunblane-celebrates-andy-murrays-1318696) - 'The champagne's coming out': Dunblane celebrates as home hero Andy becomes a Major champ

cazza99
23-09-2012, 19:19
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/oddballs-and-oddities-29/) - Oddballs and Oddities
by Alex Willis

ljs
23-09-2012, 19:35
Andy at Wentworth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMIkTFdZauw

cazza99
24-09-2012, 12:49
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1345431-2012-the-first-year-with-four-grand-slam-champions-since-2003) - Grand Slam Tennis 2012: The First Year with 4 Different Champions Since 2003

cazza99
24-09-2012, 12:50
Andy at Wentworth http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uMIkTFdZauw

Thanks for finding this ljs. Its nearly 8 minutes but its worth looking at.

cazza99
24-09-2012, 13:01
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19700261)- Heather Watson beats Lisicki to set up Sharapova match

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tweets-of-the-week-3/) - Tweets of the week

pabbers
24-09-2012, 13:04
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1345431-2012-the-first-year-with-four-grand-slam-champions-since-2003) - Grand Slam Tennis 2012: The First Year with 4 Different Champions Since 2003

The interesting thing here is that it was Fed's first grand slam, as it is Andy's this year and the article says how he "shaped the face of tennis for the next ten years".....we can only hope!

cazza99
25-09-2012, 15:33
Wentworth (http://www.wentworthclub.com/tennishealth/3417/)- An audience with Andy

Alexandra Willis ‏@alex_willis

Andy Murray back on court at the NTC in Roehampton (per @stu_fraser). Explains why physio Andy Ireland was running for the bus yesterday ;)

Stuart Fraser ‏@stu_fraser

Talent ID at the National Tennis Centre today. Some guy called Andy Murray up on the far court. Looks like he might make a decent player.

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2208011/Rafael-Nadal-interview-struggle-injury.html) - EXCLUSIVE: King of pain Nadal on his struggle to beat career-threatening injury
mentions Andy

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-09-25/201209201348136300956.html?promo=rss) - 'It crosses my mind every day': Marray returns to Wimbledon

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/the-top-10-player-endorsements/) - The top 10 Player Endorsements

BBC (http://aggbot.com/UK-News/384/article/17890520)- Olympic silver medallist Liz McColgan says no Games legacy in poor areas

Judy Murray, the mother of tennis Grand Slam winner Andy Murray, also spoke to the Health and Sport Committee.

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19713407)- Heather Watson loses to Maria Sharapova at Pan Pacific Open

Press Association (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5jxPPa0HM-LXq-y5EBSKGTa0GWmcg?docId=N0377681348529197348A) - Schools key for sport: Judy Murray

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/191816-judy-murray-and-liz-mccolgan-tell-msps-sports-facilities-must-be-improved/) - Judy Murray and Liz McColgan tell MSPs sports facilities must be improved

Sallydaisy
26-09-2012, 08:06
The Times Online (http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/tennis/article3549516.ece) - realities of the tennis slog on the Futures circuit without any funding.
Good piece by Neil Harman but disturbing nonetheless because of what happened.
You have to pay to read it - £2.40 p/week (for the Times and Sunday Times online).

Here's a short extract - we can't post the full article because it would breach copyright.

A couple of thousand miles south in Binh Duong, Vietnam, in a $10,000 ATP Futures event things were a lot more disturbing. Andrew Fitzpatrick, the British No 12 and No 456 in the world was experiencing one of the most traumatic weeks of his life. Not only had Fitzpatrick been robbed a couple of days ago of the £1,000 he had saved for three months for a five-tournament expedition to some of the least enticing places in the world but after his doubles match on Monday, he said that he was the victim of an attempted sexual assault in the single shower in the tournament locker room.

The Times (http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/tennis/article3548894.ece) (Sam Munnery) also did a good write-up of Hev's (http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/multimedia/archive/00339/113710634__339609c.jpg)match against Shreiky.

Heather Watson gave Maria Sharapova a fright today after taking the world No 2 to three sets before eventually bowing out in the second round of the Pan Pacific Open in Tokyo.

The British 20-year-old, buoyed by her victory yesterday against Sabine Lisicki, the Wimbledon semi-finalist, won the first set on a tie break but Sharapova rallied to win 6-7, 6-3, 6-4 in a match that lasted more than three hours.

cazza99
26-09-2012, 12:06
Bloomberg (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-09-25/bbc-chief-calls-for-more-wimbledon-night-matches-less-grunting.html) - BBC Chief Calls for More Wimbledon Night Matches, Less Grunting

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2208709/Andy-Murrays-girlfriend-Kim-Sears-goes-Gaga-gold-Hunter-wellies.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- RICHARD KAY: Kim Sears goes Gaga over gold Hunter wellies (which she insists 'will not be featuring on Wimbledon Common')

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/judy-murray-in-rallying-call-for-sport-1344257) - Judy Murray in rallying call for sport cash

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/09/39/Doubles-Bangkok-Kuala-Lumpur-Wednesday.aspx) - Murray/Sa Scrape Past Bangkok Second Seeds

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/politics/spend-cash-to-build-olympic-legacy-judy-murray-urges-msps-1-2546705)- Spend cash to build Olympic legacy, Judy Murray urges MSPs

cazza99
26-09-2012, 15:18
The Slice (http://the-slice.com/2012/09/fashion-focus-murrays-adidas-shanghai-shoe/) - Fashion Focus: Murray’s Adidas Shanghai Shoe

pabbers
26-09-2012, 16:53
Love the item about Kim's wellies - funnily enough those Siamese cats gave me nightmares too about 55 years ago!!!

Alis
26-09-2012, 17:42
Good for Kim!

Linda
26-09-2012, 19:19
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2208011/Rafael-Nadal-interview-struggle-injury.html) - EXCLUSIVE: King of pain Nadal on his struggle to beat career-threatening injury
mentions Andy

The Fail always like to make a drama out of a crisis (or is that the other way round?). For a more measured account of the same interview, see the Rafa thread.

RoastLamb
26-09-2012, 20:02
:angry: Another crappy letter in the SI mailbag this week: (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20120926/mailbag-caroline-wozniacki/index.html)

What a crock with this statement in your 50 U.S. Open thoughts: "As a bonus, [Andy] Murray wins de facto Player of the Year honors, having won both a Grand Slam title and Olympic gold." The Olympics are NOWHERE on par with a major. It's a five-match tournament with four of the matches being best-of-three sets. If anything, it's on par with a 1000-level event which Murray has won before. Big deal. Murray is No. 3 and where he belongs. What a stupid statement.
-- Ida Anna, Texas

• Bonus: Anyone whose name comes within a few letters of being a palindrome get their question published. Even when aforementioned letter is filled with a disproportionate quotient of bile.

A few of you made this point but I stick by my guns here. Murray reaches the Wimbledon final, wins a gold medal in front of a passionate home crowd at the All England Club, wins the U.S. Open, and makes the quarters and semis in Paris and Melbourne, respectively? That does it for me.

As for the Olympics, the points allotment is misleading. In order to appease the tours and protect players who missed the draw cutoff only because their countries are stacked with fine players or absent players (remember our discussion of Feliciano Lopez of Spain and Cara Black of Zimbabwe), the Olympics can't offer beaucoup points. But every other metric -- quality of draw, prestige, player motivation, sponsor bonus -- puts this as a fifth major.

LC the fan
27-09-2012, 12:39
Thanks for finding this ljs. Its nearly 8 minutes but its worth looking at.

It certainly is - Andy is so so much more relaxed in interviews these days.
I do so admire his loyalty to his team - whenever anyone mentions the influence that Ivan Lendl has had - which we all admit seems to have been the key trigger - he will always mention that the others have been around and working with him for 4 or 5 years and have all made their contribution. No wonder 'Team Murray' all get along so well

Alis
27-09-2012, 18:19
I just heard that tennis is not to be included in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Seemingly, when they bid for the Games, Scotland didn't ask for tennis to be included. What a shame - not only do we have Andy and Jamie but Colin and his partner, Jocelyn Rae, won the gold medal in the mixed in 2010!

cazza99
27-09-2012, 22:00
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2209337/BBC-hope-Wimbledon-night-matches-viewing-figures-soar-summer.html)- BBC hope for more Wimbledon night matches after viewing figures soar over summer

Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LAsSZdJatU) - Highlights of Andy's US Open 2012
15 min video

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-09-27/201209261348655546250.html) - Why the Asian swing is more important than it may seem

Fina
28-09-2012, 07:33
Mmm. Love the US Open Highlights clip. Thanks, cazza, for posting; and :thanks: also to R Sosa92 who put the highlights together. Great music too.

Sallydaisy
28-09-2012, 09:08
I just heard that tennis is not to be included in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Seemingly, when they bid for the Games, Scotland didn't ask for tennis to be included. What a shame - not only do we have Andy and Jamie but Colin and his partner, Jocelyn Rae, won the gold medal in the mixed in 2010!
I think there's a few people who'll be kicking themselves over that ...
;)

LC the fan
28-09-2012, 10:11
There's a few people I wouldn't mind kicking ! Having said that, any extra pressure on Andy's season is probably not a good thing - shame for Jamie, Colin etc though

Alis
28-09-2012, 10:51
A real shame for all the English players too.

cazza99
28-09-2012, 14:05
Its quie possible that Andy may not have been able to play as often the timing of the Commonwealth Games clashes with tennis tournaments and finishes immediately before the Canada Masters.

cazza99
28-09-2012, 14:54
The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

US Open Champ Andy Murray on the cover of October's Tennis Magazine China (via @Iloveandymurray) http://twitpic.com/ayvssc
http://d3j5vwomefv46c.cloudfront.net/photos/full/663252348.jpg?key=500647&Expires=1348845019&Key-Pair-Id=APKAIYVGSUJFNRFZBBTA&Signature=F612F6-tdaQLTAO9bCC9EUpRflR~Ui4WsxPuCQUSE~ocHT4MeQzoaVK9a T8f9yKd5mYAMPHwcX-MxJfGTFD310tVRIQqIUr6rYxUYhhSQjsH7rZUEmrm6belatVCf 82cv2JNHdwmuhafy26NbDPM~xWT961DjzXzgm5TOX5tFhs_
picture from twitter

cazza99
28-09-2012, 15:12
Beyond the Baseline (http://tennis.si.com/2012/09/13/andy-murray-charlie-rose/)- Five best quotes from Andy Murray’s interview with Charlie Rose

Andy's website (http://www.andymurray.com/tournaments/) - Andy's comments on the Japan Open

Japan is the first stop on my Asia swing this year and I’m really looking forward to it. We were googling sushi restaurants at the beginning of the year, which tells you something about why we’re so pumped to be coming to the city. Home of the best sushi in the world, and a very good tournament too. I played well here last year, so hopefully I’ll be able to produce a similar performance in 2012.

cazza99
28-09-2012, 15:26
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/oddballs-and-oddities-30/)- Oddballs and Oddities

Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/article4557262.ece)- Tennis was Andy escape from kids for Murray mum

Judy, 52, revealed that she started helping out at her local club in Dunblane, Perthshire, to get away from her two screaming toddlers

jta.blog (http://jta.blog.so-net.ne.jp/) - JTA blog (in Japanese)
Andy being presented with flowers upon arrival in Japan
http://jta.blog.so-net.ne.jp/_images/blog/_253/jta/murray.jpg
picture from JTA blog

Browns Estate Agents ‏@BrownsSales

Andy Murray taking a 'bum shot' at Wentworth today- hysterical! pic.twitter.com/eWNtOA2v
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A3a5RoUCQAAoU-c.jpg
picture from twitter

cazza99
28-09-2012, 16:08
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tennis-and-drugs-the-contentious-issues/) - Tennis and drugs - the contentious issues

cazza99
29-09-2012, 11:55
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/why-are-there-so-few-blood-tests-in-tennis/)- Why are there so few blood tests in tennis?

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-13/) - Who's hot and who's not?

cazza99
29-09-2012, 14:19
10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/09/28/comparing-two-great-tennis-players-novak-djokovic-vs-andy-murray-by-e-billett/) - Comparing Two Great Tennis Players; Novak Djokovic vs Andy Murray – by E.Billett

cazza99
29-09-2012, 14:54
There are some videos on youtube of Andy practicing in Tokyo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxheMKyyb3Q
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1bLfEl70lw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBdcfYgno4c

Sallydaisy
30-09-2012, 09:12
Times of India (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/tennis/top-stories/Andy-Murray-faces-tough-start-to-defence-of-Japan-Open/articleshow/16611701.cms) - comments from Andy regarding his upcoming match against Monfils.

Alis
30-09-2012, 10:43
Sounds as though Andy doesn't want to expend too much energy before the WTF!

cazza99
30-09-2012, 17:07
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2210805/Andy-Murray-prepares-appearance-historic-US-Open-win-Japan-Open.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Murray prepares for first appearance since historic US Open win at Japan
includes video interview lower down

Japan Open site (http://en.rakutenopen.com/News/Tennis/2012/Tournament/Tokyo-Sunday-Murray-Preview.aspx) - Murray Looks To Draw From Tokyo Memories

Japan Open site (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/9/30/Tokyo-2012-Sunday-Preview-Interview-Murray.aspx) - Tokyo 2012 Sunday Preview Interview Murray
video

Japan Open site (http://en.rakutenopen.com/News/Tennis/2012/Tournament/Tokyo-Saturday-Draw-Preview.aspx) - Murray Draws Monfils In Opener; Nishikori Faces Soeda
by Matt Fitzgerald

Reuters (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/92/article/17932963) - Tennis-Murray aims to end career-best year on a high

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/tough-return-for-murray-in-tokyo-8190972.html) - Tough return for Murray in Tokyo

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19776437)- China Open: Laura Robson into second round in Beijing

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19756855)- Laura Robson qualifies for China Open, Heather Watson misses out

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19778491)- Andy Murray in action for first time since US Open win

Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/news/article/553/8124688/murrays-time-has-arrived)- Murray's time has arrived

cazza99
30-09-2012, 17:21
Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/9/30/Tokyo-2012-ATP-Sunday-Feature.aspx)- Tokyo 2012 ATP Sunday Feature
video which includes Andy meeting a South Korean band and having a practice.

cazza99
30-09-2012, 20:29
Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Andy-Murray-starts-from-Tokyo-and-admits-Im-tired-but-point-to-the-Master-of-London-articolo6217.html)- Andy Murray starts from Tokyo and admits: ´I´m tired but point to the Master of London´

Sallydaisy
01-10-2012, 12:10
The Times Online (£'s sign up needed) has a lot of interesting articles today - not all of which have made it into the hardcopy paper edition.


Neil Harman ‏@NeilHarmanTimes (https://twitter.com/NeilHarmanTimes) We are all golf loopy today with good reason but there is a tennis decision looming that can have major consequences http://thetim.es/NZ4Vxl (http://t.co/C772pROs)


Grand Slams or new alternatives?
extract here - difficult to give details properly

Throughout 2012, the grand-slam tournaments have slanted their increases in player rewards from the bottom up rather than the top down, underscoring a recognition that the load should be spread more equably.

There is a growing feeling that if the Australian Open does not come up with a significant increase, there will be a show of hands to see if any of the players are prepared to bypass Melbourne next January.

There is increasingly strident talk about tournaments for which there could be enormous prize money and significant ranking points on offer being set up in direct conflict with the grand-slam events. There is a threat that players might choose to compete in these instead, but very few have an appetite for rebellion just yet.

Europe should introduce "Poult's Clause": http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/golf/article3554647.ece

“We have actually revised the qualification for next time,” Lee Westwood joked. “It’s nine [qualifying] spots, two picks and Poults. It’s the Poults clause.”

Remarkable Finale puts seal on Sporting Summer:
http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/golf/article3554626.ece

Sport's greatest comebacks: http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/article3554642.ece
They list these:

Ryder Cup, Medinah, 2012
The Open, 2012
Els beating Scott
Champions League final, 2005
Liverpool v AC Milan on penalties
Ryder Cup, Brookline, 1999
The USA comeback ...
US Masters, Augusta, 1996
Nick Faldo beating Greg Norman
Embassy World Snooker Championship, The Crucible, 1985
Dennis Taylor came back from 8-0 down to beat Steve Davis
French Open, Ivan Lendl v John McEnroe, 1984
With McEnroe having won the first two sets 6-3, 6-2, it seemed like he would go on to to win his first title at Roland Garros. But Lendl had other ideas, claiming the third set 6-4 before going on to win the last two 7-5, 7-5 to complete a remarkable five-sets victory.
;)

England v Australia, Headingley, 1981
Botham and Willis getting England out of trouble
FA Cup final, Blackpool 4-3 Bolton Wanderers, Wembley, 1953.

cazza99
01-10-2012, 19:36
Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8130985/Gael-Monfils-pulls-out-of-clash-with-Andy-Murray-in-Japan-Open-with-a-knee-injury) - Gael Monfils pulls out of clash with Andy Murray in Japan Open with a knee injury

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19778491?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)- Andy Murray in action for first time since US Open win

Slice (http://the-slice.com/2012/10/players-attend-opening-event-in-tokyo/) - Players Attend Opening Event In Tokyo

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tweets-of-the-week-4/) - Tweets of the week

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/what-tennis-can-learn-from-golfs-ryder-cup/) - tennis can learn from golf's Ryder Cup

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/tramlines/andy-murray-chase-ended-just-begun-144617782.html) - Has Andy Murray’s chase ended, or just begun?
Tramlines

cazza99
01-10-2012, 21:17
Brad Gilbert ‏@bgtennisnation

@andy_murray Huge Props, So fired up! It's gonna look great at the Tennis Nation. US Open Winner! Proper Display. pic.twitter.com/WJyhtmiZ

cazza99
01-10-2012, 21:26
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/thai-break-over-now-andy-murray-is-getting-back-to-work-in-japan-8191450.html) - Thai break over, now Andy Murray is getting back to work in Japan

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/us-open/news/djokovic-praises-murrays-form_47896.html) - Novak Djokovic praises Andy Murray's form

cazza99
02-10-2012, 12:35
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/40/Tokyo-Tuesday-Murray-Opens-Title-Defence-With-Win.aspx)- Murray Beats Karlovic To Begin Title Defence

Press Association (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5g3ykPc7tFjYofqXPruMldg9WQKJA?docId=N00149113 49176882480A) - Nadal in Abu Dhabi fitness bid

Scot Murray has not played in Abu Dhabi for three years but is looking forward to returning.

He said: "This season has been great, winning both a grand slam and an Olympic gold medal.

"But I'm hungry for more success and already looking forward to the season ahead, which starts for me in Abu Dhabi.

"I'm in good form at the moment and I want that to continue in the coming months."

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19778491)- Andy Murray wins his first match back since US Open triumph

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19798127)- Australian Open to offer record prize money for 2013

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19776437)- Laura Robson: China defeat sets back top-50 hopes

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/the-top-10-football-fans-in-tennis/) - The top 10 football fans in tennis

cazza99
02-10-2012, 12:43
Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/patrick-mouratoglou/lendl-turned-murray-career-around-014321990.html) - How has Lendl turned Murray’s career around?
by Patrick Mouratoglou

At the US Open and Olympics we have seen that Murray, with his added mental and technical armoury, has the perfect game to beat Djokovic, who does not like a counter-puncher. Djokovic prefers quick exchanges, perversely suiting his game better to Federer.
The Australian Open will be a good test of how Djokovic is able to adapt to this threat, and I'm not sure that he has the weapons to deal with the new, attacking Murray.

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9580814/Andy-Murray-beats-Ivo-Karlovic-to-progress-to-second-round-of-Japan-Open.html) - Andy Murray beats Ivo Karlovic to progress to second round of Japan Open

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/02/andy-murray-japan-us-open)- Andy Murray makes winning return in first match since US Open triumph

ljs
02-10-2012, 13:46
http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/gallery/12111/7880337/andy-murray-career lots of memorable pics there

RoastLamb
02-10-2012, 17:07
Abu Dhabi? Oh no, I prefer when he goes straight to Australia and gets acclimatised with Hopman or Brisbane. :sad:

cazza99
02-10-2012, 17:08
I thought he was down for Brisbane.

RoastLamb
02-10-2012, 17:09
I thought he was down for Brisbane.

Oh does that mean he doesn't go to Doha then? I can cope with that.

cazza99
02-10-2012, 17:14
ESPN (http://espn.go.com/sports/tennis/powerrankings/_/season/2012/month/september) - Tennis Power Rankings
Andy is no 2 (Serena Williams is no 1) and the top man.

The monkey, no, elephant, is off Andy Murray's back, and the Scot deserved to win his first Grand Slam title in New York. He toughed out several matches en route to the final, then outlasted Novak Djokovic. Now that he has one, you'd suspect more majors will follow. Bravo, Andy.

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/1-tennis-responsible-murray-blows-away-cobwebs-tokyo-112718017--ten.html) - UPDATE 1-Tennis-'Responsible' Murray blows away cobwebs in Tokyo

cazza99
02-10-2012, 17:15
Oh does that mean he doesn't go to Doha then? I can cope with that.


Stuart Fraser ‏@stu_fraser

Murray adds Abu Dhabi World Tennis Champs (yes, it's only an exo) to his pre-Australian Open schedule, which also includes Brisbane.

cazza99
02-10-2012, 17:19
Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/2/Tokyo-2012---Tuesday-Interview-Murray.aspx) - Tokyo 2012 - Tuesday Interview Murray
video ( 5 min)

si.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20121002/japan-open-tuesday/index.html) - Defending champ Murray tops Karlovic in Tokyo opener

RoastLamb
02-10-2012, 17:45
Tom Tebbutt discusses which of the top three deserves to be no. 1 at the end of the year. (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Whos-No.-1-in-2012?&pid=4167)

Fina
02-10-2012, 19:33
Alex Ferguson has written a short article on Andy's US Open win in the latest issue of 'Inside United' magazine:

"It was absolutely magnificent. The excitement and atmosphere inside flushing Meadows was unbelievable. I've been to finals at Wimbledon before and it's different there because there's a real hush around the place. You can forget that in New York! Everyone is shouting and screaming - it's a very different type of atmosphere, but fantastic.
I was really impressed with the way Andy dug in [against Novak Djokovic]. After winning the first two sets, he obviously lost the next two and the fifth set was going to decide him as a champion or give him a tough fight to come back from. He proved himself to be a champion - he was absolutely brilliant.
I really think this is the start of more Grand slam victories to come. You have to remember that he's part of a generation of great, great players, probably the best ever in terms of a collective four with Federer, Nadal and Djokovic, and Murray. It's a really exciting time for tennis."
:thumbup: :)

Guerkins2
02-10-2012, 20:55
I'm not sure if this has been posted before, but I've just found this article http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01mn4v0/Profile_Andy_Murray/ Only had time to listen to half, but quite interesting.

Madeline
02-10-2012, 21:28
Very interesting, a lot of it we have heard before, of course. One thing however was new to me: there have been so many calls over the years that he needed to see a sports psychologist - apparently he did, when he was 20. It's not mentioned in the programme how he felt about it but I assume he didn't think much of the experience as he didn't carry on with it.

Fina
03-10-2012, 08:05
Very interesting, a lot of it we have heard before, of course. One thing however was new to me: there have been so many calls over the years that he needed to see a sports psychologist - apparently he did, when he was 20. It's not mentioned in the programme how he felt about it but I assume he didn't think much of the experience as he didn't carry on with it.

Madeline, I think he mentions this in his book. It was following his wrist injury. Brad suggested it but thought his problems were more deep-seated.
He mentions he had a couple of sessions with Robert Forzoni who was with the LTA, and who then came over to US Open with him.
So I guess he must have felt the sessions had helped in some way to deal with the mental side of his wrist. But he didn't agree with Brad that he had more deep-seated problems.

Madeline
03-10-2012, 16:48
:shamed:I haven't read the book

lynne
03-10-2012, 16:50
From Rakuten Japan Open Tennis by Matt Fitzgerald....


What's up Grand Slam champion? In my biased opinion, an awesome interview featuring Andy and Jamie Murray. Our topics of discussion? Sushi, dogs and the Ryder Cup.


813


http://en.rakutenopen.com/News/Tennis/2012/Tournament/Tokyo-Murray-Bros-QA.aspx

cazza99
03-10-2012, 17:54
Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/News/Tennis/2012/Tournament/Tokyo-Wednesday-Wawrinka-Edges-Chardy-Murray-Faces-Lacko.aspx) - Murray Sets Quarter-final Clash With Wawrinka

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9584327/Andy-Murray-learns-to-play-clever-tennis-after-overcoming-mental-block-with-US-Open-victory.html) - Andy Murray learns to play clever tennis after overcoming mental block with US Open victory

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-exclusive-interview-i-now-know-what-it-takes-to-win-grand-slams-8194667.html) - Andy Murray exclusive interview: 'I now know what it takes to win Grand Slams'
In his first interview since winning the US Open, the Scot tells Paul Newman how playing clever tennis rather than his best tennis was the key to ending his wait for a Slam

During his victory here yesterday over Ivo Karlovic, Murray took a medical time-out to have treatment on a sore back. At his post-match press conference he made light of the problem – "It's nothing serious at all and it feels absolutely fine now" – but later confided that on most days he feels stiffness in his back. He had to have eight pain-killing injections before this summer's French Open.

"It started early in the year," Murray said. "I didn't really think too much of it, but it gradually got worse and worse and worse. I went to see a specialist and got it checked out and got the injections and felt better after that. I still had a few problems from time to time, but I adjusted my training a bit to cope with it. I started doing more exercises to strengthen the area and take a bit of pressure off the problem part.

"My back is stiff most days, but once you start to get warmed up the more matches I play it almost feels better. It almost loosens it off a little bit and I get used to the movements."

Asked how his back was affected by long flights like the 10-hour journey he had to make here, Murray said: "That's not good – and walking around or standing for a long time it gets really sore. If I just sit on my butt for a week or so and do nothing then when I start again it's really stiff. It felt quite cold out there this evening. There was quite a breeze and that didn't help."

Independent (Andy Murray goes from boisterous cheers to polite applause )- Andy Murray goes from boisterous cheers to polite applause

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19812871) - Andy Murray eases into Japan Open quarter-finals

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/wawrinka-sets-potential-murray-clash-tokyo-093845832.html)- Murray crushes Lacko in Tokyo

The Slice (http://the-slice.com/2012/10/murray-talks-set4sport-for-rbs/) - Murray Talks Set4Sport for RBS

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9583855/Andy-Murray-reaches-Japan-Open-quarter-finals.html) - Andy Murray reaches Japan Open quarter-finals

tennis.com (http://www.tennis.com/ticker/list/)- ATP won't boycott 2013 Aussie Open

cazza99
03-10-2012, 20:36
Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Rafael-Nadal-believes-Andy-Murray-has-an-all-round-game--articolo6275.html) - Rafael Nadal believes Andy Murray has an all round game

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/03/andy-murray-lukas-lacko-japan?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray drops only three games in Japan Open win against Lukas Lacko

10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/10/03/an-energized-andy-murray-ready-for-battle-in-tokyo-this-week/) - An Energized Andy Murray Ready For Battle In Tokyo This Week

cazza99
04-10-2012, 11:30
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/171680.html)- Nadal: 'Fantastic' Murray has got it all

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-makes-light-work-of-toiling-lukas-lacko-in-japan-8196369.html) - Andy Murray makes light work of toiling Lukas Lacko in Japan

ESPN - (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/173243.html) Murray brothers return with a win

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/40/Doubles-Beijing-Tokyo-Thursday.aspx) - Murrays To Face Top Seeds In Tokyo QFs

Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/3/Tokyo-2012---Wednesday-Interview-Murray.aspx)- Tokyo 2012 - Wednesday Interview Murray
video

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19827312)- Andy Murray and brother Jamie reach Tokyo doubles quarter-finals

Barry Flatman ‏@Barry_FlatmanST

Andy Murray: “Yes, Jonny Marray would be a good regular doubles partner for my brother Jamie.” Should we start a campaign?

Sallydaisy
04-10-2012, 12:01
Andy and Jamie discuss sushi, Maggiemay and the Ryder Cup.

ATP World Tour ‏@ATPWorldTour (https://twitter.com/ATPWorldTour) .@andy_murray (https://twitter.com/andy_murray) and @jamie_murray (https://twitter.com/jamie_murray) discuss sushi, @maggiemay_hem (https://twitter.com/maggiemay_hem) and @rydercup (https://twitter.com/rydercup) in exclusive Q&A from @RakutenOpen (https://twitter.com/rakutenopen). http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/40/Tokyo-Murray-Bros-QA.aspx … (http://t.co/B1vgCHaq) #atp (https://twitter.com/search/?q=%23atp&src=hash)

cazza99
04-10-2012, 13:56
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Media/Photo-Landing.aspx?q=Off+Court&utm_source=ATPMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ATP%20World%20Tour%20Insider%20#40%20-%20October%204%202012%20%281%29) - Photo Galleries
Tradition & Tennis
Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and other ATP stars experience a taste of Asian culture. View off-court images from Beijing & Tokyo.

cazza99
04-10-2012, 15:22
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/british-tennis-prospering-by-training-abroad/) - British tennis prospering - by training abroad

cazza99
04-10-2012, 17:15
Nick Bollettieri ‏@NickBollettieri

What do I think it takes to be #1? Head to QFive to find out http://bit.ly/WpmB6r

ljs
04-10-2012, 18:12
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Media/Photo-Landing.aspx?q=Off+Court&utm_source=ATPMailing&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=ATP%20World%20Tour%20Insider%20#40%20-%20October%204%202012%20%281%29) - Photo Galleries
Tradition & Tennis
Novak Djokovic, Andy Murray and other ATP stars experience a taste of Asian culture. View off-court images from Beijing & Tokyo.

thanks cazza , some nice ones of Milos there :) and Andy of course :)

LC the fan
05-10-2012, 10:18
I do enjoy watching, listening, reading Andy's interviews these days. He is just so much more relaxed and communicative. And so so lovely

xenon21
05-10-2012, 12:15
This (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EPJrkXTZp8) is a video tweeted by Swann of a guy doing an Andy impression! Is brilliant imo

cazza99
05-10-2012, 12:35
Belfast Telegraph (http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/sport/other-sports/tennis/jamie-murray-andys-forgotten-brother-16220193.html) - Jamie Murray: Andy's forgotten brother

tennis world - (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Andy-Murray-and-Set4Sport-video854.html)Andy Murray and Set4Sport
video and text

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19827312)- Andy Murray and brother Jamie lose Tokyo doubles quarter-final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19841103)- Andy Murray reaches Japan Open semi-finals

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/andy-murray-loses-his-cool-but-still-celebrates-a-perfect-10-8198815.html) - Andy Murray loses his cool but still celebrates a perfect 10

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-reaches-semifinals-at-the-japan-open-8199019.html) - Andy Murray reaches semi-finals at the Japan Open

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/tennis-racquets-smashed-murray-wins-tokyo-082017256--ten.html)- UPDATE 2-Tennis-Racquets smashed as Murray wins in Tokyo

cazza99
05-10-2012, 12:54
Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-10-05/201210051349434323343.html)- Relaxed and confident Murray enjoying sushi in Tokyo

Beyond The Baseline ‏@SI_BTBaseline

It's weird to see Andy Murray clean cut, clean shaven, with...is that...swagger? #atp

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8139746/Defending-champion-Andy-Murray-overcomes-Stanislas-Wawrinka-at-the-Japan-Open) - Defending champion Andy Murray overcomes Stanislas Wawrinka at the Japan Open

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/five-security-scares-in-tennis/) - Five (apparent) security scares in tennis

cazza99
05-10-2012, 19:42
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9588735/Andy-Murray-reaches-Japan-Open-semi-finals-with-victory-over-Stanislas-Wawrinka.html) - Andy Murray reaches Japan Open semi-finals with victory over Stanislas Wawrinka

Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Media/Video/2012/Tokyo-2012-Friday-Murray-Feature.aspx) - Tokyo 2012 Friday Murray Feature
video

Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/5/Tokyo-2012-Friday-Interview-Raonic.aspx)- Tokyo 2012 Friday Interview Raonic
video

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-14/) - Who's hot and who's not?

Japan Open (http://en.rakutenopen.com/News/Tennis/2012/Tournament/Tokyo-Friday-Raonic-Saves-Match-Point-Murray-Faces-Wawrinka.aspx) - Murray Defeats Wawrinka In QFs; Raonic Saves 1 M.P.

ljs
06-10-2012, 15:34
Andys post match interview http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/6/Tokyo-2012-Saturday-Interview-Murray.aspx

Jennan
06-10-2012, 16:08
Good interview from Andy, I like the fact that he doesn't make any excuses, being too tired, bad back etc, for any of his losses.He's always been that way.

pabbers
06-10-2012, 17:17
Andys post match interview http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/6/Tokyo-2012-Saturday-Interview-Murray.aspx

Milos post match interview http://en.rakutenopen.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/6/Tokyo-2012-Saturday-Interview-Murray.aspx

Hmmm the second link is also to Andy's interview. I did open the Milos one myself and tried to copy and paste the url by way of an edit but it still came up with Andy's interview. If anyone wants to listen to Milos, I suggest they just go the Andy link and then look for the Milos icon - it's there.

ljs
06-10-2012, 18:25
oh your right pabbers , sorry didnt check them when i posted them . Just tried to post milos's again and it still goes to Andy's , oh well

heres milos's interview for anyone interested http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U3sbPxTYYEs&feature=g-all-u

cazza99
06-10-2012, 21:18
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19855199) - Andy Murray loses Japan Open semi-final to Milos Raonic

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9591215/Andy-Murray-beaten-for-first-time-since-winning-US-Open-with-Japan-Open-semi-final-loss-to-Canadian-Milos-Raonic.html) - Andy Murray beaten for first time since winning US Open with Japan Open semi-final loss to Canadian Milos Raonic

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/06/andy-murray-milos-raonic) - Andy Murray looks towards top spot despite defeat by Milos Raonic

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/news/detail/item868815/Tough-Shanghai-draw-for-Murray/) - Tough Shanghai draw for Murray

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-urges-bbc-not-to-award-sports-personality-this-year-8200167.html) - Andy Murray urges BBC not to award Sports Personality this year

Murray also revealed that he does not expect to play next year in Dubai or Rotterdam following the Australian Open. He usually plays in one of the tournaments before the Indian Wells Masters in March, but next year he plans to spend that period training again in Miami, although he might enter the nearby Delray Beach event at the end of February.

"After Australia, obviously Indian Wells and Miami are important tournaments," Murray said. "Last year I went over to train in Miami and then I went back to Dubai. I did well in Dubai and then flew back over to Miami. That maybe wasn't perfect for Indian Wells [where Murray lost his first match], so I think I'm probably going to spend more time in Miami and not do so much travelling at the start of the year."

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/frustrated-murray-out-of-japan-open-8200422.html) - Frustrated Murray out of Japan Open

After London Murray will go to Miami for a training block with Lendl, who has a competition of his own to look forward to. Lendl and Jez Green, one of Murray’s trainers, are going head-to-head in a challenge on a climbing machine. Both men are taking it seriously, although Murray said he had been given a different insight into Lendl’s preparations by Dani Vallverdu, a member of the Scot’s coaching team.

david1610
06-10-2012, 23:42
Murray also revealed that he does not expect to play next year in Dubai or Rotterdam following the Australian Open. He usually plays in one of the tournaments before the Indian Wells Masters in March, but next year he plans to spend that period training again in Miami, although he might enter the nearby Delray Beach event at the end of February.

"After Australia, obviously Indian Wells and Miami are important tournaments," Murray said. "Last year I went over to train in Miami and then I went back to Dubai. I did well in Dubai and then flew back over to Miami. That maybe wasn't perfect for Indian Wells [where Murray lost his first match], so I think I'm probably going to spend more time in Miami and not do so much travelling at the start of the year."

Brilliant. Get "At Last" playing! Been suggesting this for years. If your training home is the US, makes sense to stay there.

Sounds like Andy is going for number 1 and targetting the Masters as well as the Slams and saving energy and refusing the allure of large appearance fees.ANd if he wants match play, the ATP 500 Memphis tournament is "up the road" relatively speaking. Used to be very much Roddick's stomping ground, but now he has retired maybe one Andy can replace the other as the crowd favourite.

Alis
07-10-2012, 09:08
Like others, I thought that was a really positive post match interview with Andy. He certainly doesn't appear to be too concerned about the loss so neither should we. The thing that I particularly liked was that Andy had his head up and was looking at the camera - something we don't usually see when he has experienced a defeat. Doing well at the WTF is obviously his goal for this year end and he seems in confident mood - we should be too!

Hawkeye
07-10-2012, 11:04
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19861547) - The humble one speaks!

ChrisMac
07-10-2012, 11:13
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19861547) - The humble one speaks!

That was a shock to read, well I never!

cazza99
07-10-2012, 12:30
He is sometimes positive about Andy when talking to British press and the BBC. He knows its what they want to hear.

Hawkeye
07-10-2012, 12:44
It was an open press conference though. People looking for any opportunity to have a go at Federer?

RoastLamb
07-10-2012, 14:37
This made me laugh on twitter:

Stuart Fraser‏@stu_fraser

Ah, Roger. On Murray: "I think he's done so well. His reaction was amazing after not winning Wimbledon against me."

Alis
07-10-2012, 14:53
The knives are out already - on the front of the Scotland on Sunday this morning is a picture of Andy with the headline 'Murray blows his top and his title'. The strap line below says 'Murray blew a 4-1 lead in the third set and then two match points, triggering a furious tantrum'. Did anyone else see a furious tantrum at the end of the match? I certainly didn't. The article is even worse including phrases like, 'anguish etched across his face'; 'the slouching, hang-dog, wild-eyed screaming and racket abuse were back' and 'the way his game fell apart will worry him'. This from one of Scotland's main Sunday broadsheets - with friends like these who needs enemies?

The Sunday Times, by way of contrast, only mentioned the Murray/Raonic match in passing - their article focused on the final encounter to come between Raonic and Nishikori.

Perhaps I'm just too sensitive to be a Murray supporter!!

lynne
07-10-2012, 16:02
Dwyane Wades shout out to Andy Muray from ATP site.....(Don't really know who the guy is.....sorry:doh:)



http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/5/Dwyane-Wade-s-Shout-Out-To-Andy-Murray.aspx

Madeline
07-10-2012, 18:04
Dwyane Wades shout out to Andy Muray from ATP site.....(Don't really know who the guy is.....sorry:doh:)

You don't know who the professional American basketball player for Miami Heat is? I'm shocked.

(No, neither did I, but my friend Google does ;) )

lynne
07-10-2012, 18:45
You don't know who the professional American basketball player for Miami Heat is? I'm shocked.

(No, neither did I, but my friend Google does ;) )

:rofl::rofl::surrender:

cazza99
07-10-2012, 19:00
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9592310/Andy-Murray-has-what-it-takes-to-be-No1-in-the-world-says-Roger-Federer.html)- Andy Murray has what it takes to be No1 in the world, says Roger Federer

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/173792.html) - Federer backs Murray to become world No. 1


The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

@NeilHarmanTimes which is harder... refereeing, getting an answer out of Andy, or shopping for pink shirts?

ChrisMac
07-10-2012, 19:26
This made me laugh on twitter:

Stuart Fraser‏@stu_fraser

Ah, Roger. On Murray: "I think he's done so well. His reaction was amazing after not winning Wimbledon against me."

Well I don't think we expected anything else from Fed!

cazza99
07-10-2012, 19:27
Shanghai site (http://en.shanghairolexmasters.com/index.aspx) - Players practice the art of Jian Zhi
Note - this is one of three pages alternating on the front page. The link may change.

With the stunning Shanghai skyline in the background, Janko Tipsarevic, Andy Murray and Zhang Ze went to “Zeal” a bar on The Bund where they were given a demonstration of Jian Zhi which is the ancient Chinese art of paper cutting. They were taught by a Master in paper cutting Zhou Ruo Mei. The end results was this scroll created by Madame Zhou which included parts the three guys had cut out.

super8
07-10-2012, 23:54
This made me laugh on twitter:

Stuart Fraser‏@stu_fraser

Ah, Roger. On Murray: "I think he's done so well. His reaction was amazing after not winning Wimbledon against me."

Hmm. Nice bit of selective reporting from Stu Fraser. :rolleyes:

Here's an extract of the interview, including that comment:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/scotland/19862725

BBC Report

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19861547

I think that the comment that Stu Fraser honed in on is particularly ok in the context of the actual interview.

Also, even in isolation, the comment would be fine in Swiss German/ German. There's a cultural element here.

pabbers
08-10-2012, 09:41
There's a cultural element here

Really? How come his language didn't allow him to stop at simply "after losing Wimbledon"?

supergran
08-10-2012, 15:01
Really? How come his language didn't allow him to stop at simply "after losing Wimbledon"? Well said!!!:lol::lol::lol:

cazza99
08-10-2012, 15:24
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-aims-to-return-to-davis-cup-against-russia-after-18month-absence-8201279.html) - Andy Murray aims to return to Davis Cup against Russia after 18-month absence

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19871816)- Andy Murray does not expect to take number one ranking this year

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8149250/Andy-Murray-may-play-for-Britain-in-Davis-Cup-tie-with-Russia) - Andy Murray may play for Britain in Davis Cup tie with Russia

Laura Robson ‏@laurarobson5

This is what we do in our time off... Gangnam Style featuring some special guests :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5gGfIwM38xI&feature=youtu.be :rolling: Featuring Sharapova, Laura Robson, Heather Watson and more. At 2.13 Heather Watson trips up Genie Bouchard.

cazza99
08-10-2012, 15:49
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1362525-will-andy-murray-escape-the-shadows-of-the-roger-federer-rafael-nadal-era)- Will Andy Murray Escape the Shadows of the Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal Era?

LC the fan
08-10-2012, 15:50
Let's remember that this is the same Fed who last year qualified Andy's success in the Asian swing by reminding us that HE wasn't there !
'

cazza99
08-10-2012, 20:29
Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/scots-swimming-star-jak-scotts-1366333) - Scots swimming star Jak Scott's mum says why she pushed son to the top

super8
08-10-2012, 21:04
Really? How come his language didn't allow him to stop at simply "after losing Wimbledon"?

You've misquoted him. As did Stuart Fraser.

The cultural element was explained on this board a while ago in a very tactful way by Steven (BOTB). So I'm not going to go into this again. Plus, a cultural tendency is just that - not an absolute rule that is necessarily 100% followed. Even from sentence to sentence.

I'm going to go by the overall tone of the response and say that what he said made complete sense, describing a glittering future for Andy in an articulate and balanced way - and leave it at that.

cazza99
09-10-2012, 09:19
Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1360810-tennis-2012-the-most-improved-players-of-the-atp-circuit?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=tennis) - The Most Improved Players of the ATP Circuit in 2012
Page 10

Andy Murray can lay claim as the most improved player of the year.

If the year 2011 saw Murray reach one final and three semifinals, 2012 saw him reach the quarterfinal at French Open, semifinal at Australian, final at Wimbledon and finally the pinnacle at the U.S. Open (as well as the gold at Olympics).

Murray is well-positioned to lay claim to the throne currently occupied by Roger Federer and with his coach firmly by his side, it would be a surprise if he does not double his tally (of Grand Slam wins) by June 2013.

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/scotland/19874846)- Andy Murray feels 'comfortable' in Shanghai

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/home-news/home-advantage-for-new-murray-academy-plans.19098418)- Home advantage for new Murray academy plans

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/murray-confident-he-can-shanghai-shuffle-closer-to-djokovic-and-federer-in-world-rankings.19098025) - Murray confident he can Shanghai shuffle closer to Djokovic and Federer in world rankings

Fina
09-10-2012, 21:13
What the......?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/article-2215059/Pub-chain-launches-tribute-Sports-Personality-contenders.html?openGraphAuthor=%2Fhome%2Fsearch.h tml%3Fs%3D%26authornamef%3DAdam%2BShergold%2B

:rolling:

Fina
10-10-2012, 07:48
Andy giving a little more detail about how the Summer's achievements seemed surreal: http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/murray-still-computing-magnitude-of-us-open-win-1-2566606

cazza99
10-10-2012, 10:03
What the......?
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/article-2215059/Pub-chain-launches-tribute-Sports-Personality-contenders.html?openGraphAuthor=%2Fhome%2Fsearch.h tml%3Fs%3D%26authornamef%3DAdam%2BShergold%2B

:rolling:

:rolling: What a sizzler. Bit of a rare thing that but well done to the pub chain.

cazza99
10-10-2012, 10:30
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19871816) - Andy Murray gets walkover into Shanghai Masters round three


"You never know whether it's a good or a bad thing," said Murray.
"Whoever I play now will have played two matches in these conditions. It may take a little while for me to adjust."

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/9595708/Andy-Murray-fears-losing-his-focus-as-world-No-1-talk-becomes-a-burden.html) - Andy Murray fears losing his focus as world No 1 talk becomes a burden

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-still-cant-get-head-1370481)- Andy Murray still can't get head around US Open title victory

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-sets-sights-on-number-one-ranking-in-2013-1-2566206) - Andy Murray sets sights on number one ranking in 2013

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19886080)- Andy Murray has tennis top spot in his sights for 2013

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/supportive-mum-gillian-lumsden-has-helped-1366345) - Supportive mum Gillian Lumsden has helped create a top tennis trio

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/174040.html) - Murray: Ranking secondary to trophies

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/41/Shanghai-Murray-Springboard-To-Success.aspx)- Murray Looks For Strong Finish To 2012

Gazette (http://www.gazetteseries.co.uk/news/9971798.Grants_enable_tennis_courts_to_be_refurbis hed/)- Grants enable tennis courts in Thornbury to be refurbished

Since the recent victory of a certain Andy Murray, children’s enthusiasm for the sport has increased tenfold, hence the club’s decision to allocate two courts to its growing junior contingent.

"We normally get a surge of interest around Wimbledon, but this has been more sustained since Andy Murray took gold at the Olympics and then went on to win silver in the mixed doubles with Laura Robson," Mr Wells said.

"Also, Andy’s magnificent and long-awaited triumph at the US Open has reinforced this increased interest in the game and as a club we are keen to capture some of this enthusiasm."

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8154330/Andy-Murray-gets-walkover-into-Shanghai-Masters-third-round-after-Florian-Mayer-s-withdrawal)- Andy Murray gets walkover into Shanghai Masters third round after Florian Mayer's withdrawal

Shanghai site (http://en.shanghairolexmasters.com/news/welcome-back-andy-32.aspx) - Welcome Back Andy

Tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video)- Andy Murray Shanghai preview
video - click on "interviews" and you'll find Andy's interview

cazza99
10-10-2012, 11:32
TennisTv (http://www.tennistv.com/video)- Slam Champion Murray On Cloud Nine
video about Andy

Bardot
10-10-2012, 13:55
Andy makes a brief appearance during Sky's post match interview with Djokovic.

http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,19599_8154316,00.html

ljs
10-10-2012, 14:56
thanks Bardot , too funny , they seem to be good friends !! Did u notice that big smile on Andy :big grin:

-J-
10-10-2012, 18:10
Tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video)- Andy Murray Shanghai preview
video - click on "interviews" and you'll find Andy's interviewis it my imagination or dos andy look a lot big round the shoulders in that interview ?

cazza99
10-10-2012, 23:11
Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8155789,00.html) - Patience key for Murray
video

Radio Australia (http://www.radioaustralia.net.au/international/2012-10-11/australian-open-strike-not-a-real-option-murray/1028712) - Australian Open strike not a real option: Murray

xenon21
10-10-2012, 23:12
Great smile from Andy when interrupting Novak's interview. Lovely friendship :)

ljs
11-10-2012, 01:53
Andy talks about the walkover , and usopen win http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YHLFl6bxTZA&feature=g-all-u

Fina
11-10-2012, 07:10
Andy voted among the most influential men of 2012 - http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/Features/Murray-Among-Top-49-Most-Influential-Men.aspx

:thumbup:

cazza99
11-10-2012, 13:53
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19909237) - Andy Murray eases through to Shanghai Masters quarter-finals

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19908678)- Laura Robson and Heather Watson win at Japan Open

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12602_8158202,00.html) - Dolgopolov no match for Murray
video - Andy's Sky post match interview on court

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8157867/Andy-Murray-and-Novak-Djokovic-ease-into-quarter-finals-of-the-Shanghai-Masters) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic ease into quarter-finals of the Shanghai Masters

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/if-prize-money-goes-up-what-happens-to-appearance-fees/)- If prize money goes up, will appearance fees go down?

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/mark-petchey-my-first-coach/)- Mark Petchey - my first coach

cazza99
11-10-2012, 17:53
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-19909476)- Developer bids for Scottish national tennis academy to be in Armadale

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/tennis-academy-mooted-as-part-of-200m-1373074)- Tennis academy mooted as part of £200m Livingston regeneration project

Tennistalk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/news/20121011/Cash_may_have_solved_player_strike_problem_for_Aus sie_Open) - Cash may have solved player strike problem for Aussie Open

Tennistalk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/previews/20121011/Murray_faces_Stepanek_in_Shanghai_quarterfinals)- Murray faces Stepanek in Shanghai quarterfinals

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/11/andy-murray-win-shanghai-masters?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray eases into quarter-finals of Shanghai Masters

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/tennis-prizemoney-increase-quells-player-strike-threat-8205938.html)- Tennis prize-money increase quells player strike threat

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Could-Queen-Elizabeth-honor-Andy-Murray-articolo6403.html)- Could Queen Elizabeth honor Andy Murray?

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9601542/Andy-Murray-sees-of-Alexandr-Dolgopolov-in-under-an-hour-to-reach-last-eight-of-the-Shanghai-Masters.html)- Andy Murray sees of Alexandr Dolgopolov in under an hour to reach last eight of the Shanghai Masters


The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Who wore it best? #Federer #Djokovic #Murray http://twitpic.com/b35hol

cazza99
11-10-2012, 19:22
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9602766/Andy-Murray-Laura-Robson-and-Heather-Watson-all-reach-quarter-final-stages-as-British-tennis-enjoys-rise-in-fortunes.html)- Andy Murray, Laura Robson and Heather Watson all reach quarter-final stages as British tennis enjoys rise in fortunes

Sallydaisy
11-10-2012, 20:41
Aaahhh Andy and the press!!!
:laugh::laugh::laugh:


SH Rolex Masters ‏@SHRolexMasters (https://twitter.com/SHRolexMasters) Chinese journalist 2 Andy Murray: I would like 2 ask u question in Chinese.
"Thats Ok" said Andy straightfaced, "but I won't understand it."

cazza99
11-10-2012, 22:27
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2216461/Ivan-Lendls-sports-psychologist-helping-Andy-Murray-win-mind-games.html) - Lendl's former sports psychologist is helping Murray win the mind games

Andy Murray has admitted hiring Ivan Lendl's former sports psychologist helped him break his Grand Slam duck.

The Scot, who beat Novak Djokovic to win the US Open last month, started working with Alexis Castorri at the start of the year.

Times of India (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/tennis/top-stories/Andy-Murray-has-no-love-for-books/articleshow/16775873.cms)- Andy Murray has no love for books

cazza99
11-10-2012, 22:37
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/11/Shanghai-2012-Thursday-Interview-Murray.aspx) - Andy post match interview
video

ljs
11-10-2012, 23:39
poor Andy , he does sound raspy , he needs some of my coldfx

cazza99
12-10-2012, 12:33
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19921333) - Andy Murray using sports psychologist to aid tennis focus
includes audio interview

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19922839)- Andy Murray beats Radek Stepanek in Shanghai quarter-final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19921153) - Heather Watson in Japan Open semi but Laura Robson out

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-battles-through-to-shanghai-masters-semifinals-8209162.html) - Andy Murray battles through to Shanghai Masters semi-finals

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-needed-a-psychologist-to-end-his-grand-slam-misery-and-win-the-us-open-8207865.html) - Andy Murray needed a psychologist to end his Grand Slam misery and win the US Open

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/12/andy-murray-shanghai-masters-stepanek?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray secures spot in Shanghai semi-finals with Radek Stepanek win

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8160204/Andy-Murray-stutters-into-semi-finals-of-Shanghai-Masters-with-victory-over-Radek-Stepanek) - Andy Murray stutters into semi-finals of Shanghai Masters with victory over Radek Stepanek

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9604170/Andy-Murray-reaches-Shanghai-Masters-semi-finals-with-victory-over-Radek-Stepanek.html) - Andy Murray reaches Shanghai Masters semi-finals with victory over Radek Stepanek

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/41/Shanghai-Friday-Murray-Beats-Stepanek.aspx)- Murray Maintains Perfect Shanghai Record In Quest For Title Hat-Trick

Sallydaisy
12-10-2012, 22:49
Andy Murray's birthday surprise for girlfriend Kim Sears: Scotsman.com (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/relieved-andy-murray-s-birthday-surprise-for-girlfriend-kim-1-2570649)


The US Open champion and Britain’s most successful player since Fred Perry dispensed with the usual fripperies and, instead, dedicated his 4-6, 6-2, 6-3 win over Radek Stepanek at the Shanghai Masters to his other half, Kim Sears. Signing the television camera lens at the end of the match, he wrote a little birthday note to her. That should earn him a few brownie points back home.

There's a good match report + a bit more about the virus he picked up!

At least Murray was feeling a little better than he had earlier in the week, even if did not look like a well man. Still trying to shake off a virus infection, he was gulping down air after long rallies and could not find the spark he needed to ignite his game until deep into the match.

“I just picked the bug up on the flight,” Murray said. “I had a sore throat and swollen glands. Then it kind of went down to my chest and I haven’t been able to get rid of it.”

cazza99
13-10-2012, 09:31
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/10/12/Shanghai-2012-Friday-Interview-Murray.aspx)- Shanghai 2012 Friday Interview Murray
video press interview

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9605711/The-psychologist-who-Andy-Murray-put-on-winning-path-to-US-Open-success.html) - The psychologist who Andy Murray put on winning path to US Open success

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/174553.html) - Federer ready for 'confident' Murray

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19935385) - Heather Watson reaches Japan Open final

cazza99
13-10-2012, 15:16
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19936662) - Andy Murray beats Roger Federer in Shanghai Masters semi-final

cazza99
13-10-2012, 15:30
Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/516/article/18046867)- Andy Murray thrashes Roger Federer 6-4, 6-4 to set up Shanghai Masters final against Novak Djokovic

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12053/8163072/Andy-Murray-beats-Roger-Federer-in-Shanghai-Masters-semi-final) - Andy Murray beats Roger Federer in Shanghai Masters semi-final

tennis.com (http://www.tennis.com/news/2012/10/shanghai-murray-d-federer/39762/#.UHmGmK4y3jJ) - Racquet Reaction - Shanghai: Murray d. Federer

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/747/article/18046908) - Novak Djokovic not driven by revenge on Andy Murray
audio

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/174619.html)- Faulty Federer beaten by masterful Murray

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-moves-into-shanghai-masters-final-8210210.html) - Andy Murray moves into Shanghai Masters final

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/13/andy-murray-roger-federer-shanghai-masters) - Andy Murray sets up final with Novak Djokovic at Shanghai Masters

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2217000/Alps-murders-Saad-al-Hilli-family-shot-dead-near-Chevaline-shortage-theories.html?ICO=most_read_module) - Murray repeats Olympics heroics to beat Federer and set up Shanghai final with Djokovic

cazza99
13-10-2012, 20:36
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19937644)- Andy Murray is at his best - Roger
audio

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19937642) - Andy Murray surprised by Roger Federer's double faults

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/41/Shanghai-Saturday-Murray-Dismisses-Federer.aspx)- Murray Dismisses Federer, Sets Up Djokovic Final Showdown

Tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video) - Murray Interview on court (Shanghai SF)
video
Click on interviews if not diplayed - Federer's and Djokovic's interviews are also here.

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8163394/Andy-Murray-points-to-aggressive-tactics-in-beating-Roger-Federer-in-Shanghai-Masters) - Andy Murray points to aggressive tactics in beating Roger Federer in Shanghai Masters

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/174663.html)- Murray and Djokovic ignore US Open rematch buzz

cazza99
13-10-2012, 21:01
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19937646) - Andy Murray ready to face 'friend' Novak Djokovic in Shanghai
video

LC the fan
14-10-2012, 15:31
How nice to see that the Daily Mail finally acknowledged Fed's conduct as less than gentlemanly accusing him of a 'blatant act of gamesmanship' in the final.
Great to see the pedestal kicked away :clap:

cazza99
14-10-2012, 15:50
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/14/heather-watson-laura-robson-tennis?newsfeed=true)- Teenage girls flock to tennis inspired by UK stars' success

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19941370) - Novak Djokovic beats Andy Murray to win Shanghai Masters
includes video snippet of his presser

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19940002)- Heather Watson defeats Chang Kai-chen to win Japan Open

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/174760.html) - Murray won't dwell on wasted chances to win

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/10/14/sport/tennis/tennis-shanghai-djokovic-murray/index.html) - Djokovic beats Murray in classic Shanghai final

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12602_8164553,00.html)- Racquet rage in Shanghai
video ( I couldn't get page to load)

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8164777,00.html) - Djokovic denies Murray Shanghai Masters
video

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9607572/Andy-Murray-loses-Shanghai-Masters-final-to-Novak-Djokovic.html)- Andy Murray loses Shanghai Masters final to Novak Djokovic

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9607647/Heather-Watsons-tennis-success-achieved-without-pushy-parents.html) - Heather Watson's tennis success achieved without pushy parents

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/golding-prepares-for-life-in-fast-lane-8210365.html) - Golding prepares for life in fast lane

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/10/41/Shanghai-Sunday-Djokovic-Wins-Epic-Finale.aspx)- Djokovic Saves 5 M.P. To Dethrone Murray

Tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video)- Murray Interview (Shanghai Final)
video
(click on interviews if it doesn't come up)
Djokoivic's interview and a highlihts video are also up now on the same link.

cazza99
14-10-2012, 20:14
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19943093) - Andy Murray is a danger - Novak Djokovic
video

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/14/novak-djokovic-andy-murray-shanghai?newsfeed=true) - Novak Djokovic roars back to deny Andy Murray in epic Shanghai final

karanga
15-10-2012, 12:37
the events in Shanghai point to a growing realisation that the numbers game has become drastically altered. As recently as June, it was possible to state without inviting any loud protest that the Big Three of Federer, Djokovic and Rafael Nadal had moved clear of Murray. A reiteration of this belief four months on would bring howls of derision.



http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/stand-by-for-the-changing-of-the-guard-in-tennis-hierarchy.19139101?utm_source=headlines&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=email%2Balert

banskogirl
15-10-2012, 21:40
Hi all, Just checking if anyone got to read or if we have the transcript of the article by someone from Team GB 'Djokovic beats wasteful Murray'? Son just told me about this and how it was taken straight down again? Or have you all been discussing it somewhere? thanks

RoastLamb
16-10-2012, 16:42
Tom Tebbutt's take on the Shanghai final. (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=TEBBUTT:-A-FALL-TENNIS-CLASSIC&pid=4187) He doesn't object to Andy berating himself on court.

lynne
16-10-2012, 17:06
Hi all, Just checking if anyone got to read or if we have the transcript of the article by someone from Team GB 'Djokovic beats wasteful Murray'? Son just told me about this and how it was taken straight down again? Or have you all been discussing it somewhere? thanks


Banskogirl....The article you asking about was posted on Team GB's Facebook page, but after a lot of complaints it was removed & having just checked their Official Website it has also been removed from there also!!:thumbup:

cazza99
16-10-2012, 17:28
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9608911/Was-Novak-Djokovics-tweener-against-Andy-Murray-the-most-influential-ever-in-tennis.html) - Was Novak Djokovic's 'tweener' against Andy Murray the most influential ever in tennis?

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/off-the-pitch/video/video-judy-murray-does-the-sprinkler_50129.html) - Video: Judy Murray celebrates Heather Watson's win with the 'sprinkler' dance

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/story/_/id/8509981/tennis-budding-rivalry-murray-djokovic)- The budding Murray-Djokovic rivalry

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9610642/Lawn-Tennis-Association-chief-executive-Roger-Draper-enjoying-heady-days-following-British-successes-on-court.html)- Lawn Tennis Association chief executive Roger Draper enjoying heady days following British successes on court

National (http://www.thenational.ae/sport/tennis/tennis-new-dynamic-duo-is-djokovic-murray) - Tennis' new dynamic duo is Djokovic-Murray

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/blog/_/name/bodo_peter/id/8507566/tennis-move-andy-murray-heather-watson-turn) - Move over, Murray; it's Watson's turn
Peter Bodo's blog

Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2012/10/16/mens-tennis-a-case-study-in-grit/)- Men’s tennis a case study in grit

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/tramlines/perfect-storm-brewing-british-tennis-152557680.html)- Perfect storm brewing for British tennis

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/revenge-for-novak-djokovic-as-combat-with-andy-murray-takes-on-new-level-of-intensity-8210942.html)- Revenge for Novak Djokovic as combat with Andy Murray takes on new level of intensity

cazza99
16-10-2012, 17:40
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9608705/Andy-Murray-intent-on-bouncing-back-after-losing-five-match-points-to-Novak-Djokovic.html) - Andy Murray intent on bouncing back after losing five match points to Novak Djokovic

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/bollettieri-forward-thinking-can-lift-watson-higher/) - Bollettieri: Forward-thinking can lift Watson higher

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19961010)- Heather Watson says she can become world number one

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19945150) - Heather Watson breaks into WTA top 50 with Japan Open title

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19965008)- Britain's Heather Watson reflects on great end to year
video

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/19945686)- 'A lot of optimism' for British women's tennis
video

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-15/) - Who's hot and who's not?

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/the-top-10-records-in-tennis/)- Top top 10 records in tennis

banskogirl
17-10-2012, 18:07
Banskogirl....The article you asking about was posted on Team GB's Facebook page, but after a lot of complaints it was removed & having just checked their Official Website it has also been removed from there also!!:thumbup:

Thanks Lynne ;) and do we know who posted the article? Just checking, my son had talked about it and was raging!

pabbers
17-10-2012, 20:08
I don't know what that article said but I wonder if it was taken down for copyright reasons? See this (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/352081/Djokovic-beats-wasteful-Murray) from the Express.

Bardot
17-10-2012, 20:15
Berdych with his best back-handed compliment to Andy


“He made the finals four times before he made it. I only have one (final) so I hope it doesn’t take me as long as it took him but you never know"

Are you 100% sure Tomas? 100%? :lol: "Doesn't take as long", remember he is 2 years older than Andy. Berdych has an unfortunate nature. :big grin:

Full interview
http://www.sport360.com/article/berdych-taking-grand-slam-inspiration-murray

cazza99
17-10-2012, 23:09
si.com (http://bleacherreport.com/tb/d8Jsl?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=tennis) - Miami exhibition sees Wimbledon all-white attire, raises a white court

Andy Murray, Andy Roddick and John Isner will head to Crandon Park at the end of the year for the inaugural Miami Tennis Cup, which will take place over three days from November 30th to December 2nd. They’ll be joined by 2003 French Open champion and ex-No. 1 Juan Carlos Ferrero, who will retire at next week’s Valencia Open, Nicolas Almagro, and Alejandro Falla, in a six-man double-elimination round-robin tournament.

cazza99
17-10-2012, 23:15
Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/top-stories/andy-murray-s-psychologist-refutes-gloomy-image-1-2581803) - Andy Murray’s psychologist refutes “gloomy” image

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/story/_/id/8511839/tennis-ravi-ubha-projects-race-world-tour-finals)- Breaking down one man's top eight

10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/10/16/murray-wants-to-help-golding-and-others-coming-up/) - Murray Wants To Help Golding And Others Coming Up

Fina
18-10-2012, 08:55
An interesting interview with Lendl from the London Evening Standard: http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/interviews/andy-murray-can-make-big-progress-in-the-next-few-months-says-coach-ivan-lendl-8215922.html

Jan
18-10-2012, 11:56
An interesting interview with Lendl from the London Evening Standard: http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/interviews/andy-murray-can-make-big-progress-in-the-next-few-months-says-coach-ivan-lendl-8215922.html

Thanks - yes a very good interview from Ivan. Very pleased to hear that he will be at the O2 with Andy.

cazza99
18-10-2012, 21:26
Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/andy-murray-set-to-be-given-the-freedom-1384450)- Andy Murray set to be given the Freedom of Stirling

Stirling Observer (http://www.stirlingobserver.co.uk/stirling-news/local-news-stirling/news-stirling/2012/10/17/formal-freedom-of-city-agreement-for-andy-murray-51226-32043231/)- Formal Freedom of City agreement for Andy Murray

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-10-18/201210181350547495794.html) - 'Finals have to be won, they are never given to you', says Watson

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/pseudofed-on-his-300-weeks-as-world-no-1/) - PseudoFed on his 300 weeks as world No 1

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/top-10-tennis-umpires/) - Top 10 tennis umpires

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tweets-of-the-week-6/)- Tweets of the week

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2012/10/andy_murray_heather_watson_lau.html) - Murray, Watson, Robson & Marray provide golden period

pabbers
18-10-2012, 22:34
Tennis Space - Top 10 tennis umpires

Oooo and there's a pic of my favie umpire :fanning: - got his autograph to which he added a smiley face :faint:

ljs
18-10-2012, 23:38
oh lucky you pabbers !!!!

Bardot
19-10-2012, 19:34
CNN had a feature on Andy in their Open Court programme.

http://edition.cnn.com/video/?/video/bestoftv/2012/10/18/open-court-andy-murray-open-olympics.cnn

lynne
19-10-2012, 19:55
I don't know what that article said but I wonder if it was taken down for copyright reasons? See this (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/352081/Djokovic-beats-wasteful-Murray) from the Express.


Thanks pabbers...yes it was the said article posted from the Press Association & it was taken down after numerous, numerous complaints from an avid Andy fan base (don't wish to print their name without permission):thumbup:

cazza99
19-10-2012, 21:44
SimonandSchuster (http://books.simonandschuster.co.uk/Andy-Murray-Champion/To-Be-Announced/9781471126529) - Andy Murray: Champion - The Full Extraordinary Story
Book by Mark Hodgkinson


Description
When Andy Murray finally overcame Novak Djokovic in a five-set thriller to secure the 2012 US Open, it was a dream fulfilled for the man from Dunblane. After four previous defeats in Grand Slam finals, Murray had finally achieved what no British man had managed since the 1930s. But the story of how he got there was just as compelling as the final itself, with as many twists and turns along the way. Writer Mark Hodgkinson has been covering that story since the start - he was actually the first person to interview Murray for a national newspaper back in 2004, and has worked closely with Judy Murray in the past.
In Andy Murray: Champion, Hodgkinson explains how Murray first emerged as a tennis player of true quality, and how his rivalry with his brother Jamie spurred him on. He looks at the close relationship Murray has with his mother, and the various coaches who haved worked with him to assess their influence on his game. In a hugely competitive era of tennis, with Federer, Nadal and Djokovic all counted to be among the greatest tennis players of all time, Murray has earned the right to be ranked alongside them all - and this book explains how and why he has done so, becoming a true national sporting icon in the process.

cazza99
19-10-2012, 22:55
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9616060/Johanna-Konta-aiming-to-follow-path-of-Laura-Robson-and-Heather-Watson-after-a-bumper-year-for-British-tennis.html)- Johanna Konta aiming to follow path of Laura Robson and Heather Watson after a bumper year for British tennis

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wtatour/9610748/Heather-Watson-hit-the-backhand-perfectly.-Aged-five.html) - Heather Watson hit the backhand perfectly. Aged five

ljs
20-10-2012, 17:14
CNN had a feature on Andy in their Open Court programme.

http://edition.cnn.com/video/?/video/bestoftv/2012/10/18/open-court-andy-murray-open-olympics.cnn


Thanks for posting that Bardot , loved seeing all those special moments again :)

harriet
21-10-2012, 11:26
andy has withdrawn from basel beeb report, to rest back injury (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20020862)
i remember thinking that he could do to have a break before the hectic schedule of paris and the dome.
so i hope there is a tactical element here, as well as the need to rest or stretch his back

Hawkeye
21-10-2012, 11:34
And in further news, JFK has been shot.

cazza99
21-10-2012, 20:15
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20020329)- Heather Watson disappointed by Andy Murray Olympic selection

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9623647/Heather-Watson-Andy-Murray-rejection-at-Olympics-when-he-partnered-Laura-Robson-made-me-stronger.html) - Heather Watson: Andy Murray rejection at Olympics when he partnered Laura Robson made me stronger

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2220739/Heather-Watson-hurt-Andy-Murray-Olympics-snub.html)- Watson admits she was spurred on to win Japan Open by Murray's Olympic snub

gee86
22-10-2012, 00:05
Am I the only one urging Heather Watson to shut up about Andy not picking her... ( if it was his choice in the first place) ? She's coming across really bitter, esp by saying she didn't watch any of thier matches, including finals....

Alis
22-10-2012, 06:52
She probably didn't imagine that the press would pick up on that single comment and blow it out of proportion. Looks as though, like Andy, she will have to learn how to deal with the media the hard way!

Jan
22-10-2012, 11:00
Well I haven't read what she actually said, but I'm sure if she was asked whether she was disappointed, her answer would have been "yes". And if the "rejection" spurred her on, then good for her - I was so pleased when she won the title, it kind of evened things up with Laura's medal in my eyes, and maybe made up for her disappointment. Andy could only choose one of them, and how great that he was spoilt for choice!!

Caro
22-10-2012, 12:35
SimonandSchuster (http://books.simonandschuster.co.uk/Andy-Murray-Champion/To-Be-Announced/9781471126529) - Andy Murray: Champion - The Full Extraordinary Story
Book by Mark Hodgkinson

One for the christmas list then ....

cazza99
22-10-2012, 18:33
10sballs (http://bleacherreport.com/tb/d8LlR?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=tennis) - Growing Interest In Pushing Wimbledon Back One Week On Calendar

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Laura-Robson-and-Heather-Watson-script-a-new-chapter-for-British-tennis-articolo6602.html) - Laura Robson and Heather Watson script a new chapter for British tennis

pabbers
22-10-2012, 20:07
Can't think Wimbledon's profile needs any more raising - you can hardly get tix for love nor money as it is.

cazza99
26-10-2012, 17:36
Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entertainment/celebrity/dj-calvin-harris-offers-andy-1399429) - Scots DJ Calvin Harris offers Andy Murray the chance to make music together

Express (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/354585/Missing-Andy-Murray-is-a-vote-loser-for-BBC-Sports-Personality-of-the-Year-) - MISSING ANDY MURRAY IS A VOTE LOSER FOR BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY OF THE YEAR

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/top-stories/andy-murray-s-mother-wants-harris-trip-1-2599410) - Andy Murray’s mother wants Harris trip

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/top-stories/goran-and-mcenroe-lead-tennis-stars-to-accies-rugby-ground-for-legends-tour-1-2600572) - Goran and McEnroe lead tennis stars to Accies’ rugby ground for legends tour

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/there-are-now-no-teenagers-in-the-top-200/) - Why there are now no teenagers in the top 200

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tweets-of-the-week-7/) - Tweets of the week

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-16/) - Who's hot and who's not?

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/our-guide-to-the-off-season-exhibitions/) - Our guide to the off-season exhibitions

Fina
26-10-2012, 19:44
There's a double page 'exclusive' on Serena by Neil Harman in today's Times.
Andy is briefly mentioned:
"...Serena is unmissable at the moment, and there is an increasing warmth and respect for her that you can feel. When you consider that, you think of how Andy Murray has had to strive for a single nation's affection rather than that of hers and a few hundred others. "I love how you used Murray as an example," she says with a giggle. "I love Andy. It sounds weird, but I love his attitude on court. Reminds me a lot of myself. Sometimes he gets so mad. I do the same as him and he is so unexpected. You would not expect him to be so fast and play so well and hard and great. I have loved his game for years. He sees the court, he is underrated in that and he is athletic. He is underrated in all that, but he has it, he's amazing."

:thumbup:

Alis
26-10-2012, 20:06
Well done Serena - I'm suddenly warming to her!

cazza99
26-10-2012, 22:40
Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/McEnroe--Federer-at-90%25-is-still-better-than-almost-all-articolo6708.html) - McEnroe: ´ Federer at 90% is still better than almost all´


John McEnroe has further declared “ Nadal, Djokovic and Murray could dominate also after the thirties, even if obviously about this topic there lots of unknown quantities. Federer is likely the best player ever. I think that now he is as strong as he was when he was twenty-five years old, but also 90% stronger of anyone else”

Katie
27-10-2012, 18:01
Serena talks a lot of sense. :thumbup: Nice to have such warm words from her about Andy.

cazza99
27-10-2012, 18:52
Sparks Magazine (http://www.sparksunderland.com/magazine/2012/10/gone-with-the-wind-a-look-ahead-to-the-atp-world-tour-finals/) - Gone With The Wind? A Look Ahead To The ATP World Tour Finals

Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/news/article/553/8197285/murray-in-federers-half-in-paris) - Murray in Federer's half in Par

cazza99
28-10-2012, 15:23
BBC (http://www.bbcshop.com/sport/london-2012-olympic-games-dvd/invt/bbcdvd3745)- London 2012 Olympic Games (DVD)
Andy is included in this.

cazza99
29-10-2012, 18:42
Sky Sports (http://news.sky.com/story/1004315/murray-warns-over-heavy-schedule) - Murray Warns Over Heavy Schedule

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/916308-andy-murray-can-serve-up-a-shock-in-sports-personality-award-with-atp-win) - Andy Murray can serve up a shock in sports personality award with ATP win

10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/10/29/andy-murray-aiming-for-no-1-at-paris-masters/) - Andy Murray Aiming For No.1 at Paris Masters

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20128126)- Paris Masters: Colin Fleming & Ross Hutchins progress

tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video) - Andy's pretournament press interview
click on interviews to find it

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20127315) - Novak Djokovic to end year as world number one

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-17/)- Who's hot and who's not

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tweets-of-the-week-8/) - Tweets of the week

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/why-the-aussie-open-needs-to-move-to-february/) - Why the Aussie Open needs to move to late February

cazza99
29-10-2012, 22:11
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-wants-wider-testing-regime-with-tougher-drugs-penalties--and-no-reprieves-8231546.html)- Murray wants wider testing regime with tougher drugs penalties – and no reprieves

Paribas Masters (http://www.fft.fr/en/bnp-paribas-masters-official-website/news/murray-raring-go) - Murray raring to go

SamP
30-10-2012, 11:22
Dailymotion - Andy doing one of those what do you prefer type quizzes (http://www.dailymotion.com/video/xup5by_andy-murray-what-do-your-prefer_sport)

cazza99
30-10-2012, 12:32
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20128126) - Andy Murray aims for Paris & London double

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/murray-lets-flush-out-the-drug-cheats.19282031)- Murray: Let's flush out the drug cheats

Sports Review (http://www.thesportreview.com/tsr/2012/10/paris-masters-2012-novak-djokovic-andy-murray-world-tour-finals/) - Paris Masters 2012: It’s all about Djokovic, Murray & WTF contenders

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/176954.html) - Murray wants tennis to get tough on doping

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9641656/Andy-Murray-calls-on-tennis-to-get-tough-on-drugs-in-the-wake-of-the-Lance-Armstrong-scandal-in-cycling.html) - Andy Murray calls on tennis to get tough on drugs in the wake of the Lance Armstrong scandal in cycling

RoastLamb
30-10-2012, 17:06
Unfortunately I can't link to this article coz it's not online yet but it was in my Globe and Mail this morning. In the obituary for American tennis legend Margaret Osborne duPont, who died at the weekend aged 94, it said that she loved and followed tennis right till the end and was "particularly impressed with Andy Murray's spirited performances this summer". Awwww bless!

Alis
30-10-2012, 18:25
Unfortunately I can't link to this article coz it's not online yet but it was in my Globe and Mail this morning. In the obituary for American tennis legend Margaret Osborne duPont, who died at the weekend aged 94, it said that she loved and follwed tennis right till the end and was "particularly impressed with Andy Murray's spirited performances this summer". Awwww bless!

What a lovely comment - I'm sure Andy would be quite touched to read that.

cazza99
30-10-2012, 20:29
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20138902)- Andy Murray feeling 'fresh' for Paris Masters
video

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/oct/30/andy-murray-mathieu-paris-masters?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray matched with Paul-Henri Mathieu at Paris Masters

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/andy-murray-we-need-more-blood-tests-in-tennis/)- Andy Murray: We need more blood tests in tennis

Linda
30-10-2012, 20:47
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9641656/Andy-Murray-calls-on-tennis-to-get-tough-on-drugs-in-the-wake-of-the-Lance-Armstrong-scandal-in-cycling.html) - Andy Murray calls on tennis to get tough on drugs in the wake of the Lance Armstrong scandal in cycling

I was really surprised when I read this in my Telegraph today as Andy has previously complained about being hassled at inconvenient hours for tests. Although according to the article, the top players are constantly tested but at the Challenger level there is very little testing - and they conjecture that that is where abuse is more likely to happen.

Fina
30-10-2012, 23:34
Good to read that Andy's using Pilates http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-turns-to-pilates-to-ease-the-soreness-and-stiffness-8262237.html

EDIT You need to scroll down to find the article

cazza99
31-10-2012, 12:33
Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-determined-to-use-all-his-strength-1409350) - Andy Murray determined to use all his strength to get to top of game

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2225474/Jonny-Marray-ready-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-London-02-Arena.html) - Here's Jonny! British doubles star Marray ready for rare taste of the high life in London

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/jumping-out-of-the-jacuzzi-and-into-another-controversy/) - Bernard Tomic: Jumping out of the jacuzzi, and into another controversy


Mike Dickson ‏@Mike_Dickson_DM

Ferrer, Djokovic and Murray face 10 matches in 13 days if they are to win Paris and London, interesting to see how they approach it.

cazza99
31-10-2012, 12:46
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/guy-forget-players-back-moving-paris-to-february/) - Guy Forget: Players back moving Paris Masters to February

cazza99
31-10-2012, 21:53
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20161710) - Andy Murray through to Paris Masters third round

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-made-to-work-before-progressing-8269839.html) - Murray made to work before progressing

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9647263/Andy-Murray-eases-through-in-Paris-Masters-with-straight-sets-victory-over-Paul-Henri-Mathieu.html) - Andy Murray eases through in Paris Masters with straight sets victory over Paul-Henri Mathieu

The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Andy Murray brings the smarts to his team, tutoring Matt Little for a big industry exam coming up #studyhard http://twitpic.com/b963it

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8214280,00.html) - Andy hoping to end year on a high
video

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8215770/Andy-Murray-safely-into-last-16-of-Paris-Masters-after-straight-sets-win-over-Paul-Henri-Mathieu) - Andy Murray safely into last 16 of Paris Masters after straight-sets win over Paul-Henri Mathieu

cazza99
01-11-2012, 16:10
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20172930)- Andy Murray loses to Jerzy Janowicz at Paris Masters

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8217517/) - Paris Masters: Andy Murray goes down in deciding set against Jerzy Janowicz

cazza99
01-11-2012, 16:15
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/pat-cash-exclusive-murray-could-win-three-slams-in-2013/) - Pat Cash: Murray could win three slams in 2013

cazza99
01-11-2012, 17:33
Bloomberg (http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-11-01/olympics-andy-murray-push-london-tennis-finals-to-record-sales.html) - Olympics, Andy Murray Push London Tennis Finals to Record Sales

cazza99
01-11-2012, 17:58
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/novak-djokovic-signed-bottle-expected-to-fetch-up-to-20000-at-auction-8274374.html)- Novak Djokovic signed bottle expected to fetch up to £20,000 at auction

cazza99
02-11-2012, 18:13
Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/predictions-for-the-barclays-atp-world-tour-finals/) - Predictions for the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/5-things-to-look-out-for-at-the-barclays-atp-finals/) - Five things to look out for at the ATP World Tour Finals:

New York Times (http://straightsets.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/11/01/paris-where-the-big-4-come-up-small/) - Paris, Where the Big 4 Come Up Small

Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fgqZ_WLFs8E&list=UUY_5h5zaSwN7Or4kIJDYNXA&index=2&feature=plcp)- Andy Murray Discusses Paris Loss To Janowicz
interview

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9651950/Andy-Murray-appeals-to-London-crowd-to-lift-him-in-the-World-Tour-Finals.html) - Andy Murray appeals to London crowd to lift him in the World Tour Finals

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/02/sport/tennis/tennis-murray-djokovic-lendl/index.html)- Tennis star Murray: 'I questioned if it was worth it'

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/andy-murrays-gold-postbox-is-here-1412838)- Andy Murray's gold Olympic postbox is here to stay, Royal Mail reveal

cazza99
02-11-2012, 18:37
ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/football/sport/story/177366.html) - Focus the key for Murray at the O2

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2226320/Andy-Murray-loses-Jerzy-Janowicz-Paris-Masters.html) - After being Pole-axed, Murray must now raise his game for London bow

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/DEUCE-Tennis/DEUCE-Finals-2012/Andy-Murray.aspx) - A Hero’s Homecoming
Deuce magazine by Paul Newman


When Fred Perry, the last-but-one British man to win the US Open, played his first tournament back in his home country he was shunned by the tennis establishment, who had disapproved of his subsequent decision to turn professional. When Andy Murray arrives in London for the Barclays ATP World Tour Finals, just two months after following in Perry’s footsteps by winning in New York, he is assured of a very different reception.

cazza99
03-11-2012, 19:30
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20153282) - Andy Murray to face Novak Djokovic at ATP World Tour Finals

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9652918/Boris-Becker-Andy-Murray-against-Novak-Djokovic-is-the-hottest-ticket-in-world-tennis.html) - Boris Becker: Andy Murray against Novak Djokovic is the hottest ticket in world tennis

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/tennis-murray-ive-still-got-killer-instinct-175745503.html)- Tennis - Murray: I've still got killer instinct

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/03/sport/tennis/tennis-djokovic-murray-paris-janowicz/index.html)- Djovovic and Murray in London showdown; Janowicz Paris heroics

SteveG tennis (http://www.stevegtennis.com/2012/11/atp-world-tour-finals-2012-draw-preview-and-analysis/#.UJVfPJFL444.twitter)- ATP World Tour Finals 2012 Draw Preview and Analysis

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/news/12040/8222952/) - Andy Murray will head into the ATP World Tour Finals in relaxed mood following his US Open win

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20185541)- ATP World Tour Finals: London extension "looking very good"

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/916845-andy-murray-hopes-for-home-crowd-advantage-at-world-tour-finals) - Andy Murray hopes for home crowd advantage at World Tour finals

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/betting-preview-for-the-barclays-atp-finals/) - Betting preview for the Barclays ATP Finals

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/the-olympic-effect-2012-triumphs-boost-londons-atp-ticket-sales-8277966.html)- The Olympic effect? 2012 triumphs boost London's ATP ticket sales

cazza99
03-11-2012, 20:11
The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Crafty? New book Knit Your Own Scotland teaches how to knit an Andy Murray (on right) #goldmedalknittedseparately http://twitpic.com/ba1x62

cazza99
03-11-2012, 22:38
ATP World Tour ‏@ATPWorldTour

World's top 8 #ATP singles players line up to make their entrance into the gala. #finalshowdown #tennis http://instagr.am/p/RlMsGpqD2X/

The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

The ATP top 8 (minus Rafa and Ferrer, plus Janko) - in order of height #classpic http://twitpic.com/ba2ksj

The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Andy Murray's best accessory at the #finalshowdown gala? Besides his fab smile - his bright red poppy! #ATP http://twitpic.com/ba2o22

The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Finally some #ATP #finalshowdown #dubslove, minus a few and plus one team who didn't get the dark suit memo #vamos http://twitpic.com/ba2po5

cazza99
03-11-2012, 22:46
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/Features/London-Finals-Draw-Ceremony.aspx) - Djokovic & Murray Renew Rivalry, Federer & Del Potro Showdown Set In London

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2227447/Boris-Becker-Ivan-Lendls-given-Andy-Murray-new-respect.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Disciplined coach Lendl's given Murray new respect, insists Becker

Observer (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/03/andy-murray-tomas-berdych-atp-london) - Andy Murray meets Tomas Berdych in his opening match of Tour Finals

RoastLamb
03-11-2012, 23:36
The dude standing behind Paes does not look like Stepanek. Did they get a stand-on for him? :lol: Or maybe he just scrubs up well instead.

cazza99
04-11-2012, 12:33
ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/Features/London-Finals-Gala.aspx)- Federer, Djokovic Murray Feature at London Charity Gala

British No. 1 and US Open champion Andy Murray raised the biggest cheer of the night, and joked that the rich support he has received in recent months came as a result of the Wimbledon final trophy presentation. “It's this guy's fault. He made me cry!” he declared, gesturing at Federer, whom he lost to in the final of The Championships.

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/Tennis/Media/Videos/Uploaded/2012/11/3/London-Finale-2012-Saturday-Gala-Behind-The-Scenes.aspx)- London Finale 2012 Saturday Gala Behind The Scenes

Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w6RK-kye_R4) - WTF contenders Walk Red Carpet At London Gala
video

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/Features/London-Finals-Preview-Murray-More-Relaxed.aspx) - Murray ‘More Relaxed’ On London Return

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/Features/London-Finals-Preview-Murray-More-Relaxed.aspx)- Murray more relaxed

Jan
04-11-2012, 14:27
The dude standing behind Paes does not look like Stepanek. Did they get a stand-on for him? :lol: Or maybe he just scrubs up well instead.

isn't that Freddie Nielson????

RoastLamb
04-11-2012, 14:41
isn't that Freddie Nielson????

I have no idea but that might explain it. :rolling:

cazza99
04-11-2012, 14:59
Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/tennis-andy-murray-is-still-keeping-his-feet-on-the-ground-1-2613683)- Tennis: Andy Murray is still keeping his feet on the ground

True, he has had a haircut (and, for once, it looks as if he has not done it himself) and he will be entering the fray as a grand slam champion for the first time but not a lot else has changed. Not for Murray the monogrammed blazer and flannels of a Roger Federer or the shorts emblazoned with his nickname, * la Novak Djokovic. And, unlike Rafael Nadal, he will not sport shoes decorated with his name and little images of the grand slam trophies he has won. Adidas did offer, but it is not really Murray’s style.

“I got asked about it but I didn’t really fancy it,” he said, staring down at his all-black trainers accented only by fluorescent yellow shoelaces. “I’ve never really understood why people have names on their shoes but these are the ones I’m wearing for the O2. They’re quite bright.”


BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2012/11/one_final_push_for_worlds_top.html) - One final push for world's top players
Jonathan Overend's blog

news.com.au (http://www.news.com.au/news/andy-murray-eyes-big-finish-at-atp-world-tour-finals-in-london/story-fnejlub9-1226510047397) - Andy Murray eyes big finish at ATP World Tour Finals in London

cazza99
04-11-2012, 18:57
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20197999) - Andy Murray reflects on successful 2012
video interview (6 minutes)

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2227670/Andy-Murray-looks-regain-lethal-touch.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Murray looking to shake bad habits and regain killer touch at ATP World Tour Finals

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2227447/Boris-Becker-Ivan-Lendls-given-Andy-Murray-new-respect.html)- Disciplined coach Lendl's given Murray new respect, insists Becker

Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/news/article/553/8225333/make-it-murray-for-captial-gains) - Make it Murray for captial gains

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2227737/ATP-World-Tour-Finals-Sportsmail-tests-court.html) - As Murray and Djokovic prepare to do battle, Sportsmail takes a swing and a miss at O2

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/177766.html) - Home advantage the key for Murray

10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/11/04/atp-top-players-raise-over-400k-for-charity/) - ATP Top Players Raise Over £400K For Charity

Bardot
04-11-2012, 20:35
Has Andy said he's participating in Movember? Definitely signs of growth on the upper lip in the BBC interview.

cazza99
05-11-2012, 13:30
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9654596/Andy-Murray-ready-for-the-Barclays-ATP-World-Tour-finals-challenge-in-London.html) - Andy Murray ready for the Barclays ATP World Tour finals challenge in London

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-and-novak-djokovic-the-new-rivalry-8281243.html) - Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic: The new rivalry

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/former-wimbledon-favourite-boris-becker-1417839) - Boris Becker sees a classic rivalry in Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9650098/Andy-Murrays-improved-second-serve-key-to-success-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-believes-Greg-Rusedski.html) - Andy Murray's improved second serve key to success at ATP World Tour Finals, believes Greg Rusedski

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/roger-federer-joins-andy-murray-in-calling-for-more-drug-tests-in-tennis-8281240.html) - Roger Federer joins Andy Murray in calling for more drug tests in tennis

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/atp-world-tour-finals-murray-fired-atp-tour-092626984.html)- ATP World Tour Finals - Murray fired up for London

Radio Times (http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2012-11-05/how-andy-murray-cleared-the-final-hurdle-to-become-a-grand-slam-champion) - How Andy Murray cleared the final hurdle to become a Grand Slam champion
by Jonathan Overend

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/177833.html)- Murray fired up for Djokovic showdown

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9654691/Former-Wimbledon-champion-Pat-Cash-is-eager-to-spread-the-net-to-find-tenniss-next-working-class-hero.html) - Former Wimbledon champion Pat Cash is eager to spread the net to find tennis's next working-class hero

ESPN Star (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/news/detail/item885758/Murray-thankful-for-Sir-Alex-support/) - Murray thankful for Sir Alex support

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/murray-more-at-ease-with-his-developing-rivalry-with-djokovic.19333777) - Murray more at ease with his developing rivalry with Djokovic

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-focused-on-ending-best-year-on-london-high-1-2614276) - Andy Murray focused on ending best year on London high

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2227829/Andy-Murray-win-Sports-Personality-Year.html)- Murray can bag SPOTY crown if he wins World Tour Finals in London

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/03/andy-murray-grand-slam)- Andy Murray's year: Olympic gold, first grand slam, good dogs, bad cat

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/04/andy-murray-novak-djokovic-new-era) - Are Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic ready to confirm a new era?


Greg Rusedski ‏@GregRusedski1

Murray warm up at O2, great court and venue pic.twitter.com/VDPsPHKH

cazza99
05-11-2012, 13:34
ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/story/_/id/8593310/tennis-andy-murray-light-london-again-world-tour-finals) - Can Murray light it up in London?

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20201379)- Top tennis stars set for ATP World Tour Finals
video

cazza99
05-11-2012, 21:52
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20211601)- Andy Murray beats Tomas Berdych in ATP Tour finals opener

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20209870) - Andy Murray beats Tomas Berdych in ATP World Tour opener
video

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8227498/Andy-Murray-came-from-a-set-down-to-beat-Tomas-Berdych-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals) - Andy Murray came from a set down to beat Tomas Berdych at ATP World Tour Finals

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8227599/Andy-Murray-knows-there-s-still-work-to-do-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-in-London) - Andy Murray knows there's still work to do at ATP World Tour Finals in London
includes video of on court post match interview

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Monday-Murray-Berdych.aspx) - Murray Tops Berdych To Open Campaign

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/ATP-FINALS--The-diesel-Andy-Murray-tamed-Tomas-Berdych-the-first-match-of-group-A-its-his-articolo6874.html)- ATP FINALS- The diesel Andy Murray tamed Tomas Berdych, the first match of group A it´s his

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/05/andy-murray-world-tour-finals) - Andy Murray draws on his Raging Bull to turn heat on Tomas Berdych

NBC (http://photoblog.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/11/05/14946581-multiple-exposures-show-the-many-faces-of-andy-murray?lite)- Multiple exposures show the many faces of Andy Murray

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/andy-murray-boosted-by-home-crowd-as-he-recovers-to-claim-opening-win-8282703.html) - Andy Murray boosted by home crowd as he recovers to claim opening win

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/11/05/sport/tennis/tennis-murray-djokovic-london/index.html)- Murray off to winning start in London

LTA (http://www.lta.org.uk/Tennis-Foundation/News1/2012/November/Paralympians-showcase-wheelchair-tennis-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals/)- Paralympians showcase wheelchair tennis at ATP World Tour Finals

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9656388/ATP-World-Tour-Finals-2012-Andy-Murray-fights-back-to-defeat-Tomas-Berdych-at-O2-Arena.html)- ATP World Tour Finals 2012: Andy Murray fights back to defeat Tomas Berdych at O2 Arena

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-begins-atp-world-tour-finals-with-hard-fought-victory-over-tomas-berdych-8282654.html)- Andy Murray begins ATP World Tour Finals with hard fought victory over Tomas Berdych

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2228185/Andy-Murray-beats-Tomas-Berdych-ATP-Tour-Finals.html) - Murray off to a flyer as US Open champion beats Berdych in ATP Tour Finals opener

Madeline
05-11-2012, 22:58
Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/ATP-FINALS--The-diesel-Andy-Murray-tamed-Tomas-Berdych-the-first-match-of-group-A-its-his-articolo6874.html)- ATP FINALS- The diesel Andy Murray tamed Tomas Berdych, the first match of group A it´s his

This one is hilarious! Anybody know what language it was written in originally? Hopefully this English version is only a bad translation.

lynne
05-11-2012, 23:43
This one is hilarious! Anybody know what language it was written in originally? Hopefully this English version is only a bad translation.


Thanks for pointing it out Madeline missed that one.........:laugh::laugh:

ljs
05-11-2012, 23:57
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_1WbQN8mUA&feature=g-all-u Becker on Andy

a bit from Andy on the win http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cagzui9FrM&feature=g-all-u

and from Berdych http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWtymqwlaCk&feature=g-all-u

cazza99
06-11-2012, 11:09
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/jonathanoverend/2012/11/wimbledon_champ_marray_on_ques.html)- Johnny Marray: The man who started GB's golden summer

Sallydaisy
06-11-2012, 12:02
Isn't it great that Britain has 2 reigning Grand Slam Champions participating at the 2012 WTF on home soil this year?
:dance:

cazza99
06-11-2012, 20:32
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20226106)- Andy Murray set for Novak Djokovic test at World Tour Finals

cazza99
06-11-2012, 21:07
Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2228807/ATP-Masters-Andy-Murray-Novak-Djokovic-set-battle.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Murray and Djokovic gear up for seventh clash of the year at ATP Masters

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/tennis-fans-hoping-for-another-classic-as-andy-murray-and-novak-djokovic-prepare-for-showdown-at-the-o2-8289572.html)- Tennis fans hoping for another classic as Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic prepare for showdown at the O2

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2228138/Andy-Murray-credits-pilates-making-better-person.html) - Can pilates make you nicer? It can if you're Andy Murray! The tennis star credits the stretching exercise with making him a better person

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9657163/Andy-Murray-swings-into-action-in-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-to-beat-Tomas-Berdych-after-rekindling-Olympic-spirit.html) - Andy Murray swings into action in ATP World Tour Finals to beat Tomas Berdych after rekindling Olympic spirit

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8228014,00.html)- Novak keen to renew rivalry
Nole's post match interview on court

Tennistv (http://www.tennistv.com/video)- press interviews
If you click on Interviews you can find the post 1st round match interviews for Andy, Nole and Berdych.

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12111/8227602/Momentum-with-Andy-Murray-after-win-over-Tomas-Berdych-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals)- Momentum with Andy Murray after win over Tomas Berdych at ATP World Tour Finals
Greg Rusedski's

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8229031/ATP-World-Tour-Finals-Andy-Murray-ready-for-another-battle-with-Novak-Djokovic) - ATP World Tour Finals: Andy Murray ready for another battle with Novak Djokovic

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20221196)- Novak Djokovic presented with world number one trophy

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/off-the-pitch/news/murray-wants-eminem-walk-on-song_53388.html) - Andy Murray would opt for Eminem walk in song

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/diver-djokovic-wants-to-make-murray-the-fall-guy-in-tomorrows-london-showdown-8289156.html) - Diver Djokovic wants to make Murray the fall guy in tomorrow's London showdown

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9657987/ATP-World-Tour-Finals-Andy-Murray-buoyed-by-support-from-the-crowd-in-London.html) - ATP World Tour Finals: Andy Murray buoyed by support from the crowd in London

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/177957.html)- Finale hots up as Murray and Djokovic prepare to clash

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-still-missing-us-open-1419180)- Andy Murray still missing US Open trophy

AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5hmDDJwMhTUAiun6pSIE6ZTN3YIUw?docId=CNG.36bfc 238d222c522e384ef312337df9f.771) - Djokovic relishes Murray rivalry

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/story/_/id/8597743/tennis-andy-murray-comes-big-home-crowd-atp-world-tour-finals)- Murray comes up big for home crowd

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/177976.html) - Adrenaline-fuelled Murray relying on London crowd

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/917051-andy-murrays-win-is-a-solid-base-to-build-atp-success-andrew-castle)- Andy Murray's win is a solid base to build ATP success - Andrew Castle

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Tuesday-Marray-Nielsen-Bhupathi-Bopanna.aspx) - Marray/Nielsen Save 2 M.P. To Win Group B Opener Versus Bhupathi/Bopanna

cazza99
06-11-2012, 22:16
si.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20121106/atp-world-tour-finals/?eref=si_tennis&utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rss%2Fsi_tennis+%28SI.com+-+Tennis%29) - ATP Player of the Year award up for grabs at Tour Finals

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/tipsarevic-the-level-of-tennis-right-now-is-crazy/) - Tipsarevic: The level of tennis right now is crazy

cazza99
06-11-2012, 22:25
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-primed-for-marathon-rematch-8290096.html) - Murray primed for marathon rematch

cazza99
06-11-2012, 23:08
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/06/andy-murray-olympic-torch-novak-djokovic)- Andy Murray meets Olympic torch carrier before Novak Djokovic clash

cazza99
07-11-2012, 12:24
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9659696/Andy-Murray-takes-inspiration-from-marathon-runner-Jason-Arday-ahead-of-Novak-Djokovic-clash.html) - Andy Murray takes inspiration from marathon runner Jason Arday ahead of Novak Djokovic clash

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/atp-world-tour-finals/news/murray-djokovic-and-i-no-federer-nadal_53556.html) - Andy Murray: 'Novak Djokovic and I are no Roger Federer-Rafael Nadal'

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-gunning-for-o2-glory-1421222) - Andy Murray gunning for O2 glory after meeting heroic marathon runner Jason Arday

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/atp-world-tour-finals/news/djokovic-happy-with-murray-relationship_53555.html) - Novak Djokovic happy with Andy Murray relationship

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/marathon-men-braced-for-another-endurance-test.19350933) - Marathon men braced for another endurance test

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2228901/ATP-World-Tour-2012-Jonny-Marray-keen-cash-fame.html)- Marray keen to cash in on sudden fame as unlikely hero plays part in comeback win

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/it-s-warming-up-nicely-at-o2-arena-as-andy-murray-prepares-for-djokovic-1-2617941)- It’s warming up nicely at O2 Arena as Andy Murray prepares for Djokovic

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1398286-novak-djokovic-us-open-rematch-vs-andy-murray-is-a-cant-miss-matchup) - Novak Djokovic: US Open Rematch vs. Andy Murray Is a Can't-Miss Matchup

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/news/scottish-news/top-stories/andy-murray-i-dreamt-i-had-lost-us-open-final-1-2616386)- Andy Murray: ‘I dreamt I had lost US Open final’

cazza99
07-11-2012, 13:57
World Tennis (http://www.worldtennismagazine.com/archives/8508) - More Than $800,000 Raised For Charity During Barclays ATP World Tour Finals Gala: This Week in Tennis Business with Justin Cohen


Neil Harman ‏@NeilHarmanTimes

The ATP Finals in London until 2015, official (or as those who read @TimesSport would say) confirmed

cazza99
07-11-2012, 14:19
Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-11-07/201211071352296388265.html) - Wimbledon welcomes ATP's London extension to 2015
by Alex Willis

cazza99
07-11-2012, 18:33
British Tennis ‏@BritishTennis

Well done to @HeatherWatson92 & @laurarobson5 who have been nominated for Newcomer of the Year Award in the WTA awards

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20244160)- Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray in ATP World Tour Finals

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20244897)- Novak Djokovic enjoys battling win over Andy Murray
on court interview after beating Andy

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8233686/Novak-Djokovic-beat-Andy-Murray-in-a-three-set-thriller-at-the-O2-Arena) - Novak Djokovic beat Andy Murray in a three-set thriller at the O2 Arena

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Wednesday-Djokovic-Murray.aspx) - Djokovic Remains Perfect In Group A After Edging Murray In Match Of Week

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/Features/London-Finals-Extended-Through-2015.aspx) - Barclays ATP World Tour Finals To Remain In London Through 2015

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9661771/ATP-World-Tour-Finals-2012-world-No-1-Novak-Djokovic-defeats-Andy-Murray-in-round-robin-showdown.html) - ATP World Tour Finals 2012: world No 1 Novak Djokovic defeats Andy Murray in round robin showdown

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/atp-world-tour-finals-djokovic-beats-murray-london-164240631.html) - ATP World Tour Finals - Djokovic beats Murray in London thriller

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/news/12040/8233785/) - Greg Rusedski hopes Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic meet in the final at the O2

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-loses-exciting-atp-finals-game-to-novak-djokovic-8294511.html) - Andy Murray loses exciting ATP Finals game to Novak Djokovic

ljs
07-11-2012, 18:48
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMcEJqKVjWM&feature=g-all-u Andy on the loss :(

and Djoko http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2HuABuf2Akw&feature=g-all-u

cazza99
07-11-2012, 19:43
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20244899?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)- Andy Murray wants to 'respond well' after Novak Djokovic defeat
snippet of Andy's presser

cazza99
07-11-2012, 20:58
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20245895)- Jonny Marray and Freddie Nielsen reach World Tour Finals semis

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finals-Wednesday-Mirnyi-Nestor-Marray-Nielsen.aspx) - Marray/Nielsen Continue Odyssey; First To Qualify For SFs

Alis
07-11-2012, 21:48
Fantastic result for Jonny and Freddie!

cazza99
07-11-2012, 22:01
Reuters (http://uk.reuters.com/article/2012/11/07/tennis-roddick-idUKL3E8M7C6I20121107?feedType=RSS&feedName=tennisNews&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+reuters%2FUKTennisNews+%28New s+%2F+UK+%2F+Tennis+News%29) - INTERVIEW-Tennis-Murray shows time must be served in modern game - Roddick

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/917257-tim-henman-british-tennis-must-look-beyond-andy-murray-era) - Tim Henman: British tennis must look beyond Andy Murray era

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/pat-cash-exclusive-the-players-deserve-more-money/) - Pat Cash exclusive - the players deserve more money

wriggles
08-11-2012, 12:53
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMcEJqKVjWM&feature=g-all-u Andy on the loss :(

oh bless ya lil cotton socks andy!!! big hugggggggggg

cazza99
08-11-2012, 15:16
Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-welcomes-atp-world-tour-finals-contract-extension-for-o2-arena-8297170.html) - Andy Murray welcomes ATP World Tour Finals contract extension for O2 Arena

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/berdych-victory-leaves-andy-murray-wrestling-with-complex-equation-8297437.html) - Berdych victory leaves Andy Murray wrestling with complex equation

Stirling Observer (http://www.stirlingobserver.co.uk/stirling-news/local-news-stirling/news-stirling/2012/11/07/andy-murray-included-in-knitting-book-51226-32178512/) - Andy Murray included in knitting book

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/tramlines/classic-yes-murray-needs-regain-focus-012951837.html)- A classic, yes, but Murray needs to regain focus
tramlines

cazza99
08-11-2012, 16:05
Sky Sports (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/276/article/18242482)- Leon Smith backs Andy Murray to put personal goals before Davis Cup

cazza99
08-11-2012, 16:33
The Slice ‏@TheSliceTweets

Mr. Lendl was not impressed yesterday.... to be sitting next to Peter Gabriel and his son. #finalshowdown http://twitpic.com/bbh44d

cazza99
08-11-2012, 17:40
LTA (http://www.lta.org.uk/fans-major-events/Barclays-ATP-World-Tour-Finals/News/2012/LTA-Mini-Tennis-showcased-at-Barclays-ATP-World-Tour-Finals/)- LTA Mini Tennis showcased at Barclays ATP World Tour Finals

Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/news/article/553/8235589/murray-could-help-gb-win-davis-cup) - Murray could help GB win Davis Cup

cazza99
08-11-2012, 20:56
Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9664751/Roger-Federer-reaches-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-last-four-but-Andy-Murrays-fate-may-hinge-on-awkward-maths-test.html) - Roger Federer reaches ATP World Tour Finals last four but Andy Murray's fate may hinge on awkward maths test

10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/11/08/djokovic-believes-matches-with-murray-are-turning-into-classics/) - Djokovic Believes Matches With Murray Are Turning Into Classics

USAToday (http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/tennis/2012/11/08/atp-world-tour-finals-frederik-nielsen/1692021/) - Doubles champ Nielsen would rather play singles

cazza99
08-11-2012, 21:07
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20259569?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter) - Andy Murray chases place in ATP World Tour semi-finals

cazza99
08-11-2012, 22:10
tennis.com (http://www.tennis.com/news/2012/11/los-angeles-atp-tourney-being-sold/40065/#.UJwrp2efaw5) - Los Angeles ATP tourney being

si.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20121107/atp-indian-wells-prize-money/index.html) - Indian Wells prize money the latest in long line of tennis nonsense

si.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20121106/atp-world-tour-finals/index.html)- ATP Player of the Year award up for grabs at Tour Finals

The Slice (http://the-slice.com/2012/11/del-potro-plays-tennis-with-aguero-in-london/) - Del Potro Plays Tennis With Aguero in London

Bardot
09-11-2012, 11:57
Article in USA Today (http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/tennis/2012/11/04/atp-world-tour-finals-roger-federer/1681357/) about Federer's role on the ATP Player Council. It's notable for this dig at Rafa...


Federer has been called out by his peers, including his arch-rival Rafael Nadal, for perhaps hewing too closely to his cautious Swiss roots and not pushing hard enough for change. But Federer was not shy in pointing out that in his extended absence due to knee problems, 26-year-old Nadal has been largely MIA from the players’ push for a larger share of revenues from the majors.

“Players do look up to Rafa, so it would be nice to see him maybe a bit more engaged,” Federer said.

Rafa's too busy on twitter. ;)

cazza99
09-11-2012, 15:03
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20263150) - Andy Murray inspiring promising crop of British youngsters

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/08/lta-andy-murray-british-tennis) - LTA pins hopes on Andy Murray model to revolutionise British tennis

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/08/andy-murray-world-tour-finals) - Andy Murray wants Christmas at home and World Tour semi-final present

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/atp-world-tour-finals-progress-not-in-andy-murrays-hands-8300233.html) - ATP World Tour Finals progress not in Andy Murray's hands

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-fights-to-keep-season-alive--then-plans-rare-holiday-8298504.html) - Murray fights to keep season alive – then plans rare holiday

Sport Review (http://www.thesportreview.com/tsr/2012/11/atp-world-tour-finals-2012-review/) - ATP World Tour Finals 2012: Story so far in pictures, quotes and results

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-dreaming-of-his-first-break-1426521) - Andy Murray dreaming of his first break in two years after breaking his Grand Slam duck

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/can-the-murray-factor-add-up-to-davis-cup-success.19375563)- Can the Murray factor add up to Davis Cup success?

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/holiday-can-wait-getting-to-last-four-is-murray-s-goal-1-2623859) - Holiday can wait, getting to last four is Murray’s goal

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9664751/Andy-Murrays-fate-may-hinge-on-awkward-maths-test-as-Roger-Federer-reaches-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-last-four.html) - Andy Murray's fate may hinge on awkward maths test as Roger Federer reaches ATP World Tour Finals last four

cazza99
09-11-2012, 18:26
The Slice (http://thetennisslice.tumblr.com/post/35277168609/murraymania-on-ice-at-the-o2-courtesy-of-moet) - Murraymania on ice at the O2, courtesy of Moët & Chandon

http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_md6ik0vkC91rt6qp0o1_500.jpg
picture from the Slice

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/oddballs-and-oddities-36/) - Oddballs and Oddities

Champers on ice for Murray
Andy Murray famously drank a lemon soda to celebrate becoming the first British male to win a Grand Slam singles title since 1936 at this year’s US Open. But that hasn’t stopped the ATP’s official champagne sponsor Moët & Chandon presenting the tee-total Murray with a personalised magnum of ‘Murray Mania’ champagne ahead of his final round robin match at the O2. Perhaps Sir Sean or Sir Alex, members of the Murray fan club, might like it.

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/whos-hot-and-whos-not-18/) - Who's hot and who's not

10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/11/09/watson-and-robson-honored-in-london/) - Watson And Robson Honored In London

VamosVixs
09-11-2012, 20:53
Reuters (http://uk.reuters.com/article/2012/11/07/tennis-roddick-idUKL3E8M7C6I20121107?feedType=RSS&feedName=tennisNews&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+reuters%2FUKTennisNews+(News+ %2F+UK+%2F+Tennis+News)) - INTERVIEW-Tennis-Murray shows time must be served in modern game - Roddick


Nice words from ARod. :clap:

ljs
09-11-2012, 22:00
yes , very nice , have always liked him personality wise , and miss him on the tour

cazza99
10-11-2012, 11:38
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20259569)- Andy Murray beats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to reach ATP semi-finals

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20275527) - Jonny Marray and Freddie Nielsen defeated in final group match

Sky Sports (Andy Murray defeats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to reach last four at ATP World Tour Finals)- Andy Murray defeats Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to reach last four at ATP World Tour Finals

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8238770/Andy-Murray-says-he-was-in-a-tough-scenario-in-his-match-with-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga) - Andy Murray says he was in a 'tough scenario' in his match with Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
includes video link to Andy's on court interview after the match

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12111/8239113/Andy-Murray-a-different-beast-says-Annabel-Croft-after-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-win-over-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga) - Andy Murray a different beast, says Annabel Croft, after ATP World Tour Finals win over Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8236965,00.html) - Robson relishes professional rivalry (0:47)
video

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-11-09/201211101352543766857.html) - Friday at the O2: Djokovic and Murray storm into semi-finals

I'll post some more links shortly.

cazza99
10-11-2012, 12:17
Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2zW2ktIhlMw&list=UUY_5h5zaSwN7Or4kIJDYNXA&index=2&feature=plcp)- Murray Talks About Reaching 2012 Final Showdown SFs
Andy's post match presser

Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N4A5lkej16g&feature=relmfu) - Becker Assesses Players' Performances At Final Showdown

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Djokovics-dog-is-having-a-blast-in-London-articolo6945.html) - Djokovic´s dog is having a blast in London
Awwww

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Andy-Murray-meets-former-soccer-player-Fabrice-Muamba-articolo6947.html) - Andy Murray meets former soccer player Fabrice Muamba

Scottish Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/4636841/Sir-Chris-Murray-Celts-n-Lawrie-they-all-inspire-us.html)- Sir Chris, Murray, Celts ’n Lawrie.. they all inspire us

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/scot-takes-half-an-hour-to-set-up-his-semi-final-place.19382110)- Scot takes half-an-hour to set up his semi-final place

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/relentless-andy-murray-moves-surges-to-semifinals-after-victory-over-jowilfried-tsonga-8301482.html)- Relentless Andy Murray moves surges to semi-finals after victory over Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/andy-murray-still-in-with-shout-after-sealing-last-four-spot-at-atp-finals-1-2626587) - Andy Murray still in with shout after sealing last-four spot at ATP Finals

AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5j0cfFcGhd4baNPOKGZUHmbKGGqwA?docId=b99b86c2c 2b343e9aafee6695229484b) - Djokovic, Murray advance to semis at ATP finals

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9668287/Andy-Murray-makes-sure-of-last-four-berth-at-World-Tour-Finals-as-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-cast-aside.html) - Andy Murray makes sure of last four berth at World Tour Finals as Jo-Wilfried Tsonga cast aside

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Friday-Murray-Tsonga.aspx) - Murray Finishes Second in Group A After Tsonga Win

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/09/amdy-murray-tsonga-world-tour-finals) - Andy Murray sweeps aside Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in World Tour Finals

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2230712/ATP-World-Finals-2012-Andy-Murray-beats-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga.html) - Murray survives late scare to beat Tsonga and seal place in ATP World Finals last four

cazza99
10-11-2012, 15:50
Youtube (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXF5FclRNb8&feature=share&list=UUY_5h5zaSwN7Or4kIJDYNXA) - London Finale 2012 Friday Interview Kevin Spacey

cazza99
11-11-2012, 14:03
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20284246) - Andy Murray faces Roger Federer for a place in ATP World

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-ready-to-crown-britains-greatest-year-8303755.html)- Andy Murray ready to crown Britain's greatest year

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Sunday-Preview.aspx)- London Sunday Preview - Semi-final Line-up Repeat Of Olympic Finals Day

Youtube/ATP (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=au6jDSNquMA&list=UUY_5h5zaSwN7Or4kIJDYNXA&index=3&feature=plcp) - Guy Forget Previews Semi-final Action

Youtube/ATP (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AwooareAJNI&list=UUY_5h5zaSwN7Or4kIJDYNXA&index=2&feature=plcp)- Becker, Petchey On Evolution Of Stringing Technology

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/tennis-murray-came-age-wimbledon-heartache-federer-224302438--ten.html) - Tennis-Murray came of age after Wimbledon heartache - Federer

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12111/8240386/Finals-flourish) - Finals flourish
Murray to start favourite v Federer for the first time

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-atp-world-tour-1430160) - Andy Murray: Victory in ATP World Tour would cap perfect year for me.. and the country

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Murray-says-he-has-now-got-used-to-playing-Federer-Nadal-and-Djokovic-articolo6955.html) - Murray says he has now got used to playing Federer, Nadal and Djokovic

Tennistalk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/news/20121111/Murray_in_the_dark_on_his_way_to_London_SF) - Murray in the dark on his way to London SF

Herald (http://www.heraldscotland.com/sport/tennis/a-year-in-the-stratosphere.19385960)- A year in the stratosphere

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/atp-world-tour-finals/news/federer-wary-of-murray-threat_54177.html) - Roger Federer: 'Andy Murray is in my category'

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/4638044/andy-murray-pudsey-bear-children-in-need.html) - BBC comedy gold with medallists

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/atp-tennis-murray-would-love-to-top-a-great-year-with-a-london-win-1-2627745) - ATP tennis; Murray would love to top a great year with a London win

Scottish Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/4637970/I-plan-to-top-the-lot.html) - I plan to top the lot!

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/news/detail/item889485/Murray-ready-for-same-old-faces/) - Murray ready for same old faces

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9669790/David-Ferrer-win-sets-up-enticing-semi-final-between-Andy-Murray-and-Roger-Federer.html) - David Ferrer win sets up enticing semi-final between Andy Murray and Roger Federer

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/10/federer-del-potro-atp-tour-finals) - Andy Murray to meet his nemesis Roger Federer in ATP semi-finals

Madeline
11-11-2012, 14:08
There's an echo in here :lol:

cazza99
11-11-2012, 19:14
Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/costume-designers-knit-scottish-icons-1429925) - Knit your own Scotland: Costume designers create woollen tributes to national icons

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20289512)- ATP Finals: Novak Djokovic beats Juan Martin del Potro in semis

Madeline
11-11-2012, 19:38
There's an echo in here :lol:

In case anybody thinks I'm crackers, Cazza's post was in twice.

Fina
11-11-2012, 23:35
Feel really restless until I've read the post match presser - I so wanted him to finish the year on a high note. :sad:

There are a few quotes from Andy in this Sky article: http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/12110/8243198

ljs
12-11-2012, 00:23
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hejTSYl5X5I&feature=g-all-u
Andys presser


& Rogers
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAiWHXRJcXc&feature=g-all-u

Fina
12-11-2012, 10:08
Good to read how Andy is processing the year's events in this interesting article by Matt Fitzgerald on the ATP site: http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/11/45/London-Finale-Sunday-Murray-Pleased-With-2012-Season.aspx
:thumbup:

And here's Andy's latest column on the BBC site. He's OK, he's pondering on what to get Ivan for Christmas! - http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20293141

cazza99
12-11-2012, 13:00
BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20284246)- Roger Federer beats Andy Murray to reach ATP World final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20291482)- Jonny Marray and Freddie Nielsen beaten in ATP World semi-final

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2231491/Andy-Murray-beaten-Roger-Federer-ATP-Finals-semi-final.html)- Fed express tramples on Murray's dreams as Swiss star sets up Djokovic clash

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9671645/Roger-Federer-fans-leave-home-favourite-Andy-Murray-feeling-unloved-during-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-contest.html) - Roger Federer fans leave home favourite Andy Murray feeling unloved during ATP World Tour Finals contest

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/atptour/9670810/Andy-Murrays-glorious-year-ends-on-a-low-note-after-semi-final-defeat-to-Roger-Federer-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals.html) - Andy Murray's glorious year ends on a low note after semi-final defeat to Roger Federer at ATP World Tour Finals

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/no-glorious-finale-for-andy-murray-as-roger-federer-calls-the-shots-8305066.html) - No glorious finale for Andy Murray as Roger Federer calls the shots

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/nov/11/andy-murray-roger-federer-02-arena) - Andy Murray booed by home crowd as classy Roger Federer reaches final

Neil Harman ‏@NeilHarmanTimes

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The night Basle came to London http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/sport/tennis/article3597091.ece
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cazza99
12-11-2012, 13:04
Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/nov/11/world-tour-tennis-finals) - No sign of Cliff Richard as O2 pitches tennis as the new rock 'n' roll

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9672070/Andy-Murray-says-defeat-to-Roger-Federer-at-ATP-World-Tour-Finals-wont-take-shine-off-best-year-of-my-career.html) - Andy Murray says defeat to Roger Federer at ATP World Tour Finals won't take shine off 'best year of my career'

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/20292221) - ATP World Finals: Tim Henman on Novak Djokovic's 'special' season


Beyond The Baseline ‏@SI_BTBaseline

Picture speaks a thousand words... MT @ellaling23: To prove my point..how many Swiss flags to the lone Union? http://bit.ly/RNFAqR

cazza99
12-11-2012, 13:12
Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/news/12040/8244408/) - A look back over 2012 as Andy Murray showed his true colours

Independent (http://www.thetennisspace.com/review-of-andy-murrays-season/) - Review of Andy Murray's season

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/dream-year-but-andy-murray-is-still-a-work-in-progress-8306247.html) - Dream year but Andy Murray is still a work in progress

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,12611_8243181,00.html) - ATP Finals Blog: Semi-Finals (2:23)
video