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cazza99

03-07-2012, 21:20

Sport Review (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17233428) - Wimbledon 2012: Ferrer: I’ll have to be at my best to beat Murray

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9374182/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-most-dangerous-opponent-likely-to-be-super-relaxed-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's most dangerous opponent likely to be super relaxed Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9373178/Wimbledon-2012-David-Ferrer-pounds-past-Juan-Martin-del-Potro-to-set-up-quarter-final-with-Andy-Murray.html) - Wimbledon 2012: David Ferrer pounds past Juan Martin del Potro to set up quarter-final with Andy Murray

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/am-no-4-andy-murray-story-fans-200900925--ten.html)- I Am No. 4: The Andy Murray Story -- A Fan's Take

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1246038-wimbledon-2012-breaking-down-andy-murrays-chances-the-rest-of-the-way)- Wimbledon 2012: Breaking Down Andy Murray's Chances the Rest of the Way

Washington Post (http://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/murray-mania-set-to-explode-at-wimbledon-after-british-hope-sails-into-quarterfinals/2012/07/03/gJQACiyGLW_story.html) - ‘Murray Mania’ set to explode at Wimbledon after Great British Hope sails into quarterfinals

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/murray-crushes-cilic-reach-wimbledon-quarters-131031255.html)- Murray crushes Cilic at Wimbledon

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/158745.html) - Murray playing like a champion - just don't tell him

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/andy-murray-breakthrough-wimbledon-fans-perspective-182200398--ten.html)- Can Andy Murray Breakthrough at Wimbledon?: A Fan's Perspective

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1245726-wimbledon-2012-why-andy-murray-is-poised-to-win-his-1st-championship)- Wimbledon 2012: Why Andy Murray Is Poised to Win His 1st Championship

Watch Shop (http://www.watchshop.com/watchnews/Kim-Sears-dazzles-crowd-with-Tag-Heur-diamond-set-watch-at-Wimbledon-2012$801399594.html)- Kim Sears has caught attention at the All England Club

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/03/wimbledon-2012-lta-new-talent)- Wimbledon 2012: New talent will take the pressure off Andy Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2168231/Wimbledon-2012-Kim-Sears-wraps-warm-Louis-Vuitton-watch-Andy-Murray-soar-quarter-finals.html) - Wish Court One had a roof! Kim Sears wraps up warm in Louis Vuitton to watch Murray soar into Wimbledon quarter finals

STV - (http://entertainment.stv.tv/showbiz/309593-look-out-kate-middleton-kim-sears-is-wimbledon-fashion-wonder/) Look out Kate Middleton: Kim Sears is Wimbledon fashion wonder

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9372731/Wimbledon-2012-referee-Andrew-Jarrett-faces-scheduling-criticism-as-Andy-Murray-battles-the-rain-on-Court-One.html) - Wimbledon 2012: referee Andrew Jarrett faces scheduling criticism as Andy Murray battles the rain on Court One

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/only-wimbledon-could-treat-home-hope-andy-murray-like-this-7904435.html) - Only Wimbledon could treat home hope Andy Murray like this

The National (http://www.thenational.ae/sport/tennis/david-ferrer-plays-up-the-pressure-on-andy-murray)- David Ferrer plays up the pressure on Andy Murray

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9372940/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-into-quarter-finals-with-straight-sets-victory-over-Marin-Cilic.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray into quarter-finals with straight sets victory over Marin Cilic

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9374237/Remains-of-Fred-Perry-spent-a-year-in-cold-storage-during-Wimbledon-roof-works.html)- Remains of Fred Perry spent a year in cold storage during Wimbledon roof works

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-reaches-quarterfinals-at-wimbledon-after-beating-marin-cilic-in-straight-sets-7906212.html)- Andy Murray reaches quarter-finals at Wimbledon after beating Marin Cilic in straight sets

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/03/wimbledon-2012-all-england-club-andy-murray) - Wimbledon 2012: Club defends keeping Andy Murray off Centre

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-03/201207031341332463069.html) - Improving Ferrer poses big threat to Murray

-J-

03-07-2012, 22:18

only federer deserves center court priority......http://twitpic.com/a3ke3f/full
some people dont have a clue and should keep their opinion to them self ;)

supergran

03-07-2012, 22:34

Thanks Cazza for all the articles. You're a star!!:thanks::)

rondun

03-07-2012, 22:34

only federer deserves center court priority......http://twitpic.com/a3ke3f/full
some people dont have a clue and should keep their opinion to them self ;)No, he said "someone like Federer."
I kind of Pseudo-Federer, if you will...

-J-

03-07-2012, 22:37

No, he said "someone like Federer."
I kind of pseudo Federer, if you will...:doh:

RoastLamb

03-07-2012, 23:11

Tom Tebbutt's latest very entertaining blog. (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Eating-Your-Wimbledon-Words&pid=3925)

David Ferrer looked awfully impressive in taking out Juan Martin del Potro in three sets, but so did Andy Murray in doing likewise against Marin Cilic. I spoke to a Scottish journalist who has known Murray since before he was known by the rest of us, and he seemed very concerned about Ferrer and his fine form. I tried to reassure him by saying that I thought Andy had a more varied game, and a better serve, and that could make the difference.

There is a lot of wandering around on rainy days at the All England Club, and through the window of the media centre, I took the picture below of Ivan Lendl, Andy Murray’s coach and a six-time Canadian Open (now the Rogers Cup) champion in the 1980s. He is speaking to All England Club member John Beddington, who was tournament director of the Canadian Open in all of those years.

I headed up to a north-east entrance to the grounds on Tuesday morning and watched the bag checking that goes on before spectators enter the grounds...

...Spiderman outfits are on the no-no list. One person entering on Tuesday had bought a Spiderman suit for his son but was not allowed to bring it in. Security personnel were afraid he would put it on and possibly invade one of the courts.

:lol:

cazza99

03-07-2012, 23:17

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/ivanisevic-smacks-down-compatriot-and-backs-scot-to-make-history-7906807.html)- Ivanisevic smacks down compatriot and backs Scot to make history

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/nick-bollettieris-wimbledon-files-seconds-out-for-round-two-of-murray-v-ferrer-7906801.html) - Nick Bollettieri's Wimbledon Files: Seconds out for round two of Murray v Ferrer

A word of advice from a guy who has been around the block a few times: if you're going to watch Andy Murray against David Ferrer this afternoon, pack some extra sandwiches and make damn sure you go to the rest room before the match. This is going to go some.

This is a match where the two guys could be playing in front of a mirror, they have so much in common across their games. They are both fantastic movers and great returners – Ferrer describes his return as his best weapon and Murray was booming them back at Marin Cilic yesterday.

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/article-2168450/Lawn-Tennis-Association-make-Olympic-kit-mess-Charles-Sale.html)- LTA serve up an Olympic kit fiasco

The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/tennis/andy-murray-into-wimbledon-quarter-finals/story-fnbe6xeb-1226416214659)- Andy Murray into Wimbledon quarter-finals

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17234331)- Andy Murray to put friendship aside in quarter-final with David Ferrer

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17234505) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray faces fierce test of mettle against Spanish iron man David Ferrer

Nick's Picks (http://nickstennispicks.com/) - Nick’s Picks- Wimbledon Quarterfinals

Indpendent (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17234669) - SW19 Diary: Ed Sheeran helps Andy Murray fend off sheer boredom

RFS

04-07-2012, 06:42

My piece for Tennis Panorama News: Murray in a Hurry to Beat the Weather (http://www.tennispanorama.com/archives/28061)

rondun

04-07-2012, 08:27

25 grand for a ticket if Andy reaches the final according to the Times!!:faint:

-J-

04-07-2012, 08:37

il pay you all 25 grand if Andy reaches the final have some faith

rondun

04-07-2012, 08:40

have some faith:oops:
25 grand for a final ticket according to the Times!!:faint:

-J-

04-07-2012, 08:41

:oops:
25 grand for a final ticket according to the Times!!:faint::lol: bit steep

rondun

04-07-2012, 08:45

"...for a &^%$$ CARPET!!!"
(one for the Billy Connolly fans)

cazza99

04-07-2012, 15:15

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9375081/Andy-Murray-tennis-was-a-lot-more-fun-when-I-was-12.html)- Andy Murray: tennis was a lot more fun when I was 12

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/904184-prince-william-and-kate-arrive-at-wimbledon-to-cheer-on-andy-murray)- Prince William and Kate arrive at Wimbledon to cheer on Andy Murray

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9375809/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-fans-hopeful-of-victory.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray fans hopeful of victory

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9372940/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-faces-fierce-test-of-mettle-against-Spanish-iron-man-David-Ferrer.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray faces fierce test of mettle against Spanish iron man David Ferrer

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/18683603)- Wimbledon 2012: The evolution of racquet strings

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/904112-wimbledon-fans-queue-for-almost-100-hours-to-watch-andy-murray-in-action) - Wimbledon fans queue for almost 100 hours to watch Andy Murray in action

BBC (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/07/Features/London-Finals-BBC-Extends-TV-Deal.aspx)- BBC To Air Barclays ATP World Tour Finals Through 2013

cazza99

04-07-2012, 19:21

Slice (http://the-slice.com/2012/07/box-watch-team-murray-at-andys-wimbledon-quarterfinal/)- Box Watch: Team Murray At Andy’s Wimbledon Quarterfinal

BBC (Andy Murray beats David Ferrer to reach Wimbledon semi-finals)- Andy Murray beats David Ferrer to reach Wimbledon semi-finals

cazza99

04-07-2012, 19:24

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-03/201207031341326568196.html) - Andy Murray post match interview following Cilic

A. MURRAY/M. Cilic

7‑5, 6‑2, 6‑3

Q. How tough was that with the conditions and all the delays?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, it's tough. You know, I mean, obviously in matches you kind of can build momentum and build leads, and then when you stop, once you come back out again, you feel like you're starting off from square one.

But I did well today. He started the third set well. He had a few chances. I came up with some big serves. I served very well in the third set especially.

But, yeah, it's never easy. There were, what, three, four, three stops or something. It's not easy.

Q. Was the weather a factor in the pace that you played that third set?

ANDY MURRAY: No, not at all. Not at all. Because I served a lot of aces, that's why the games were quick. I managed to get done.

But, yeah, the weather had nothing to do. I would have played as fast or slow as I needed to do to win the match. I wasn't worried about the weather.

Q. Even if Ferrer is a clay court specialist, how much do you think...

ANDY MURRAY: He's a clay court specialist? No, he's not. To me he's not a clay court specialist. He won last week on grass, so he's won, what, eight matches in a row on the grass. He's been in the semifinals of Australia, I think semifinals of US Open, as well, and now he's starting to play better on grass.

I don't see him as a clay court specialist at all.

Q. How much do you think the grass helps his game, especially his first serve which is maybe not the best weapon?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, I mean, for most players it helps with the serve. You know, the one thing that a lot of players can struggle with is the movement. That's the one thing that's normally the hardest part on the grass if you're used to playing on other surfaces.

I saw a bit of his match with Roddick a few days ago. He seems like he's moving, you know, better than in the past. This year he's playing his best tennis I think of his career. I don't know if he would say the same thing, but from playing against him and watching, he's playing very well.

Q. The way you're serving at the moment, do you feel you could be in a better position against him knowing what he's going to be trying to do?

ANDY MURRAY: No, I think for both of us the return's probably one of the stronger part of our games. I mean, the speed of my first serve is probably a bit bigger than his.

But in all matches going on the grass courts, you want to try and win free points from your serve if possible.

If I serve like I did in the end of the second set and the third set today, I mean, it doesn't matter how well someone's returning. Because if you hit a serve close to the line on grass, you can't get there.

Q. You talk about the momentum being lost when you had to stop last night and come back today. What were your thoughts on the fact that no matches were moved to Centre Court last night?

ANDY MURRAY: I don't think it was my match. It wouldn't have made sense to move my match. I thought maybe the Mayer/Gasquet match to try and finish all the matches from the top half possibly.

But I don't know, you never know. I don't know in terms of when the matches ‑‑ obviously the match the other night when I played finished at 11:00. I don't know if there were concerns over that or not because they were pretty early on in their match when they finished yesterday.

But that would have been the only match that I thought might have made sense.

Q. Were you surprised when you found you were put on Court 1 originally? Did that bother you?

ANDY MURRAY: The schedule was done, I mean, almost like 15 minutes ‑‑ 15, 20 minutes after I came off against Marcos. I came out of the shower and I was told, You're playing second on Court 1. I mean, I had no idea what the weather was meant to be like or anything at that moment.

So wasn't surprised. But it was going to be tough for whoever had to play on the outside courts, because obviously the conditions were meant to be bad yesterday, today, and I think even tomorrow.

Q. Yesterday there was a prospect of you potentially playing three games in four days. Is that a disadvantage?

ANDY MURRAY: It's not just me. There's lots of guys in exactly the same position. Anyone will tell you if you play four matches in eight days, it's better than playing four matches in five or six days.

The more rest you can get the better, but it's part of playing Grand Slam tennis. Often it's happened to me in the past at the US Open where there's been like a backlog of matches. It's not going to be the only time it happens here either.

continued .....

cazza99

04-07-2012, 19:31

...interview continued

Q. Obviously not for Novak, because he's going to be playing under the roof if he is on Centre Court irrespective of the rain. Is that going to provide an advantage to a defending champion?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, we'll see whether or not it's an advantage for him or not. But the more rest you can get, the better. Anyone would tell you that.

Q. You've won a higher percentage of points on your second serve than anyone else in the tournament. Is that something you've been particularly happy with, and how important can that be?

ANDY MURRAY: Yes, it's important. I served well on first and second serve. Yeah, something I'll need to keep up 'cause, you know, the more points you're winning on your second serve, the more confident you are to go for big first serves.

So, yeah, I'll try and keep serving that way.

Q. After all these thousands of hours of practice, breakthroughs, setbacks, what would it mean for you to lift the trophy on Sunday?

ANDY MURRAY: I'm sure it would mean a lot. Yeah, I can't put into words or describe how it would feel because I haven't felt it before.

But, I mean, it's so far away. I'm sure, you know, you get that, I don't know, that feeling or what the sensations that you get are when it's close to winning a major.

But I'm not feeling that right now because I'm playing against the No. 5 player in the world in my next match, and I lost against him a few weeks ago at the French Open.

It's so far to think about it just now. I've thought about it in the past, but during this tournament it's not something I've been thinking about.

Q. It's not up to you to choose if you will play under the roof or not. It depends on God. But if you had to play Ferrer, and he has certain characteristics ‑ moving, the wind maybe bothers him or you more ‑ where would you prefer to play, under the roof, outside, normal weather? Do you have any sort of preference?

ANDY MURRAY: No, because, I mean, sometimes I played him when it's been windy and I played better than him; sometimes it's been windy and he's played better than me.

Sometimes we played indoors and he's played very well, and vice versa.

Yeah, it's not something ‑‑ well, I don't know. If I had to pick which courts to play him on, I'd rather not play him on a clay court because it's a surface that I struggled against him on.

But on the other surfaces I've played some good matches against him. Tough matches, but good. Won against him a few times. Hopefully I can do the same tomorrow.

Q. Following up about the action under the roof, what do you consider the biggest differences and what do you like and dislike the most about playing indoors here under the roof?

ANDY MURRAY: I mean, the other day when I played Baghdatis it was very, very windy. It was very tough conditions. You didn't feel that comfortable really going for your shots because the wind was, you know, affecting it a lot.

And then when you play under the roof, it's obviously, yeah, completely calm. It's probably easier to serve. When you're under the roof there's no sun or wind affecting your ball toss or anything.

But, yeah, playing indoor tennis is always like that. Yeah, it's easier conditions to strike the ball better.

Q. In terms of what you like and dislike most, what would you say?

ANDY MURRAY: I've always enjoyed playing indoors, but I never played that many matches on indoor grass courts. I hadn't play my best matches. When I had gone indoors I'd struggled a little bit here in the past when I had had to play under the roof.

But I played better against Baghdatis under the roof than I did than when it was open.

Q. The match you played against Ferrer at the French Open, do you think that has any relevance or not?

ANDY MURRAY: We'll see tomorrow whether it has relevance or not. Tennis changes on a weekly basis. Some guys play great one week and struggle the next.

You know, like last year I think Novak had never beaten Rafa in a final, and then he wins, whatever, six or seven in a row against him. You never know.

So I just need to make sure I play well tomorrow and see what the outcome is.

Q. Where do you stand on the argument whether you're the biggest hope the host nation has? Do you feel you should get preferential treatment in terms of scheduling?

ANDY MURRAY: I don't think you should get preferential treatment. You know, obviously, I mean, all of the players would say they would rather play on Centre because they know they're going to finish their match.

I don't deserve to play all my matches on Centre Court. Someone like Roger does.

It's not a bad thing playing on the outside court. It's just when the conditions are bad it's not ideal to be out there because matches can last for two, three days, and then you get a backlog.

But, I mean, I don't think just because you're from that country you should necessarily get preferential treatment, but I hope that I play my next few matches on Centre.

Q. You're a laid back person. How do you manage to keep up the tempo? How do you relax when those delays are taking place?

NDY MURRAY: Yeah, it's not easy, because sometimes you come out and you feel a little bit nervous. Sometimes you come out and I think maybe it's sometimes better to be receiving serve. You can maybe have the game to get used to the conditions. There's a bit less pressure than when you come out serving.

Yeah, I mean, I listen to music in the break. This time yesterday I finished, went home, played on the PlayStation with one of my friends for an hour or so. You just try not to always be focusing on the match, because when you do, that sort of builds that tension. When you go out there, you can struggle.

This time I did a pretty good job in the rain delay because that hasn't always been the case.

FastScripts by ASAP Sports

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-03/201207031341325680076.html)- Ferrer interview after 4th round before playing Andy.

cazza99

04-07-2012, 20:25

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/off-court/thought-for-the-day-andre-agassi/)- Thoughts for the day - Andre Agassi

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/five-thoughts-on-murray-making-the-semi-finals/)- Five thoughts on Murray making the semi-finals

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/wimbledon-krajicek-and-ivanisevic-analyse-murray/)- Wimbledon: Krajicek and Ivanisevic analyse Murray

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/04/wimbledon-2012-jo-wilfried-tsonga?newsfeed=true) - Wimbledon 2012: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga warns home hero Andy Murray

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/04/andy-murray-beats-ferrer-semi-final) - Andy Murray beats David Ferrer for place in Wimbledon semi-finals

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/video_audio/158918.html) - Murray responds under pressure
Chris Fowler and Darren Cahill analyse Andy Murray's four-set victory over David Ferrer and look ahead to his semi-final against Jo-Wilfired Tsonga. (02:21) July 4, 2012 (video)

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9377081/Wimbledon-2012-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-grinds-out-quarter-final-victory-over-Philipp-Kohlschreiber.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga grinds out quarter-final victory over Philipp Kohlschreiber

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis-news/2012/07/04/wimbledon-2012-andy-murray-through-to-semi-finals-after-storming-back-to-beat-david-ferrer-86908-23904398/) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray through to semi-finals after storming back to beat David Ferrer

Independent (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17241767) - Andy Murray wins through to Wimbledon semi-final against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

cazza99

04-07-2012, 21:35

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/federer-face-djokovic-wimbledon-semifinals-175103806--ten.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter) - Wimbledon semis: Djokovic-Federer, Murray-Tsonga

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18717289)- Wimbledon 2012: Henman on Murray

Reuters (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17242034) - Tennis-Murray inspired by NBA's LeBron James

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9377223/Wimbledon-2012-Jonathan-Marray-ends-Britains-35-year-mens-doubles-jinx-with-place-in-semi-final.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray ends Britain's 35-year men's doubles jinx with place in semi-final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18713113)- Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray ends 35-year doubles wait

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-04/201207041341426201179.html)- Murray holds out Spaniard for semi-final berth

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18708496) - Wimbledon 2012: Luke Bambridge, Liam Broady & Katy Dunne lose

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/wimbledon12/story/_/id/8130446/wimbledon-andy-murray-jo-wilfried-tsonga-believe)- Murray, Tsonga believe in themselves

Globe and Mail (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/more-sports/andy-murray-faces-stress-of-british-expectations/article4390687/)- Andy Murray faces stress of British expectations

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18715739) - Andy's post match BBC interview (video)

david1610

04-07-2012, 22:40

"It's inspiring when royalty and OTHER legends of the game come and see me play" Roger Federer in a BBC interview!

cazza99

04-07-2012, 22:46

Eurosport (http://aggbot.com/Premier-League-Football-News/article/17242262) - Murray faces stress hurdle for final place

Eurosport (http://aggbot.com/Premier-League-Football-News/article/17242261) - Murray inspired by NBA's LeBron James

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/kate-middleton/9377444/Royal-couple-cheer-Murray-to-brink-of-victory-until-duty-calls-them.html)- Royal couple cheer Murray to brink of victory (until duty calls) them

But with the match poised on a knife-edge, duty called and the royal couple had to leave early to travel to Scotland, forcing them to miss seeing Murray reaching his fourth consecutive Wimbledon semi-final.

They left at 6.30pm to begin their trip to Edinburgh, where the Queen will officially install her grandson as a Knight of the Thistle, the highest honour that can be bestowed in Scotland

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168863/Wimbledon-2012-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-beats-Philipp-Kohlschreiber.html) - A sad Tsonga: Frenchman admits he hates facing Murray after disposing of Kohlschreiber

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168853/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-beats-David-Ferrer.html)- Murray fights back to see off Ferrer and march into semi-final date with Tsonga

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168966/Wimbledon-2012-Tennis-takes-pole-position-BBC--Charles-Sale.html)- Tennis takes pole position over Silverstone at the BBC

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168971/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-uses-LeBron-James-inspiration-final-push.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - 'Reaching the last four is not enough': Murray uses LeBron as inspiration for final push

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/04/andy-murray-wimbledon-2012)- Andy Murray releases David Ferrer's iron grip to reach Wimbledon semis

jeannie13

04-07-2012, 22:47

"It's inspiring when royalty and OTHER legends of the game come and see me play" Roger Federer in a BBC interview!
I do so hope he loses in the semis. We could do with a sick-bag smilie

Linda

04-07-2012, 22:48

"It's inspiring when royalty and OTHER legends of the game come and see me play" Roger Federer in a BBC interview!

Oh, he's said this before. On more than one occasion. :rolleyes:

RoastLamb

04-07-2012, 22:49

Tom Tebbut's Thursday blog. (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Murray-Moves-the-Home-Folk&pid=3930) A lot of space given to Andy.

I have to declare my colours here. Murray has always been a straight-forward guy in everything I have witnessed of him – notwithstanding the whining and grimacing on court – and in any very minor dealings I have had with him.

Most of the British journalists, while quick to mock his slow Scottish drawl, also admire his fundamental decency.

All that to say it is difficult not to hope the guy might be able to win Wimbledon and once and for all rid the nation of the spectre of Fred Perry who triumphed way back before most people presently on this earth were born – 1936.

I am so sick of hearing the Fred Perry and Bunny Austin stats.

RoastLamb

04-07-2012, 22:51

"It's inspiring when royalty and OTHER legends of the game come and see me play" Roger Federer in a BBC interview!

:rolleyes: Djokovic, PLEASE take care of this monstrous ego.

cazza99

04-07-2012, 22:55

BBC (http://aggbot.com/UK-News-Feeds/article/17242361)- Murray through to semi-finals at Wimbledon
(video)

rondun

04-07-2012, 23:03

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168966/Wimbledon-2012-Tennis-takes-pole-position-BBC--Charles-Sale.html)- Tennis takes pole position over Silverstone at the BBC

Federer’s sky-high self-opinion extends to his claim about playing his fan David Goffin in the French Open: ‘I guess it was a nice situation for him as he idolised me. But that has been the case with many.’

And the amusing rogue Federer Twitter account @PseudoFed tweeted this week about late finishes on Centre Court: ‘I can confirm the “special circumstances” that would have allowed them to play past 11pm would be ME #humble.’

... am I feeling OK? - the Mail is starting to sound good!

cazza99

05-07-2012, 13:21

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18675949) - Wimbledon 2012: Roger Draper says British juniors are doing well

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/annabel-croft-murray-and-federer-dont-like-each-other/) - Annabel Croft: Murray and Federer don't like each other

Croft on her concerns about Tsonga’s fitness: “Jo came to our studio and I asked to look at his finger, which he hurt at Queen’s, and the finger is twice the size that it should be. It’s very swollen, and it’s not 100 per cent. I asked him whether it was hurting him on certain shots and he was cagey about it. I don’t think he’s coming into the match at 100 per cent fitness.”

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18717289)- Wimbledon 2012: Tim Henman on Andy Murray reaching semis

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18713039)- Andy Murray must be more aggressive, says Rod Laver

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18717181) - Andy Murray hungry for success as he plots path to Wimbledon final

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-05/201207051341487512809.html) - All papers agree: Murray-mania is here

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/jowilfried-tsonga-draws-on-legends-help-to-book-andy-murray-showdown-at-wimbledon-7912602.html) - Jo-Wilfried Tsonga draws on legends' help to book Andy Murray showdown at Wimbledon

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/news/london/andy-murray-march-puts-15000-price-on-wimbledon-final-7917455.html) - Andy Murray march puts £15,000 price on Wimbledon final

Digital Spy (http://www.digitalspy.com/odd/news/a391776/tennis-fans-complain-after-mishearing-gay-points.html) - Tennis fans complain after mishearing 'gay points'

Tennis fans following the BBC's coverage of Wimbledon have complained after mistakenly believing that the commentator had disparagingly referred to "gay points".
Commentator Andrew Castle had in fact been referring to David Ferrer's two "game points" in his quarter-final match against Andy Murray.

"Three manly points, and now a couple of game points, with just a little bit of moisture in the air, he's kept his concentration well," Castle said of Ferrer.

Sport Review (http://www.thesportreview.com/tsr/2012/07/wimbledon-2012-jo-wilfried-tsonga-andy-murray-tipster/) - Wimbledon 2012: Why Tsonga will cause an upset and beat Murray

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/wimbledon/to-win-this-battle-andy-just-keep-calm-and-carry-on-7915369.html)- To win this battle, Andy, just keep calm and carry on

Pink news (http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2012/07/05/wimbledon-fans-hear-game-points-as-gay-slur-in-bbc-coverage-of-murray-match/)- Wimbledon: Fans hear ‘game points’ as gay slur in BBC coverage of Murray match

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/sw19-diary-highranking-roy-hodgson-mixes-with-royalty-7912600.html) - SW19 Diary: High-ranking Roy Hodgson mixes with royalty

more coming soon

cazza99

05-07-2012, 14:01

Marketing (http://www.marketingmagazine.co.uk/news/1139005/Adidas-gives-Andy-Murray-new-shorts-balls-pop/)- Adidas gives Andy Murray new shorts after balls pop out

Adidas has attributed the faulty shorts to human error, because the pockets on the hand-made shorts had been made too shallow.

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17244037)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray will reach the final - Greg Rusedski

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/25802/7869276/Murray-to-stay-focused)- Murray to stay focused

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17244568)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray deserves a grand slam, says David Ferrer, after Briton secures place in semi-finals

si.com (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/tennis/news/20120704/andy-murray-us-men-wimbledon-2012/#ixzz1zk1NBAD3) - Is this finally the moment for Andy Murray -- and Great Britain?

Independent (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17245770) - Andy Murray made to battle but his historic Wimbledon final is still on

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17245349) - Andy Murray: I'd partner Serena Williams in mixed doubles

Now daily (http://www.nowmagazine.co.uk/celebrity-news/537282/kate-middleton-looks-thrilled-as-she-cheers-on-andy-murray-with-prince-william-at-wimbledon) - Kate Middleton looks thrilled as she cheers on Andy Murray with Prince William at Wimbledon

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2169084/Duchess-Cambridge-Kate-Middleton-pulls-amazing-array-faces-Andy-Murray-quarter-final.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- The agony and the ecstasy: Duchess of Cambridge pulls an amazing array of faces as she struggles to contain herself during Murray quarter-final

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2168981/Wimbledon-2012-Dazzling-array-stars-joined-Prince-William-Kate-Middleton-Royal-Box.html?ICO=most_read_module)- Anyone for a spot of tennis? The dazzling array of businessmen, aristocrats, sports legends and stars from the world of showbiz that joined William and Kate in Wimbledon's Royal Box
identities of those in the royal box

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/wimbledon/jowilfried-tsonga-will-try-to-take-his-chances-against-andy-murray-in-wimbledon-semifinal-7912952.html)- Jo-Wilfried Tsonga will try to take his chances against Andy Murray in Wimbledon semi-final

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis-news/2012/07/05/wimbledon-2012-andy-murray-forced-to-dig-deep-as-he-books-spot-in-semi-finals-with-thrilling-win-86908-23904551/) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray forced to dig deep as he books spot in semi-finals with thrilling win

Radio Sport (http://www.radiosport.co.nz/news/spten/1671861988-murray-feeling-the-wimbledon-stress)- Murray feeling the Wimbledon stress

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1247382-wimbledon-2012-andy-murray-fights-rain-tiebreaks-to-beat-david-ferrer-in-four) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray Fights Rain, Tiebreaks to Beat David Ferrer in Four

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9377303/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-win-over-David-Ferrer-puts-the-biggest-prize-of-all-within-reach.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's win over David Ferrer puts the biggest prize of all within reach
by Boris Becker

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/158927.html)- Tsonga pleased with underdog tag against Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2168973/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-step-Rafa-Nadal-role.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Now Murray has to step into Rafa's role... he can't spurn many more major chances

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-fans-won-t-worry-jo-wilfried-tsonga-in-semi-final-1-2392631) - Wimbledon: Fans won’t worry Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in semi-final

Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/tennis/andy-murray-sends-locals-into-a-frenzy-as-roger-federer-novak-djokovic-book-a-wimbledon-semi-final/story-e6frf4mu-1226417437385) - Andy Murray sends locals into a frenzy as Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic book a Wimbledon semi-final

RoastLamb

05-07-2012, 14:08

Brad Gilbert from ESPN interviewed Lendl today and then he and Darren dissected Andy's chances tomorrow. They are both very optimistic. :thumbup:

RFS

05-07-2012, 14:13

Meant to post this earlier... My piece from last night for Tennis Panorama News: Murray Once More into the Semifina (http://www.tennispanorama.com/archives/28102)l

Will be volunteering to the editor to let me write up the semi pressers... she seems happy enough with my writing so far and I've tried to stay balanced ....

cazza99

05-07-2012, 14:41

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9378757/Andy-Murrays-mothers-battle-of-nerves.html) - Andy Murray's mother's battle of nerves

Yahoo (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/tennis-busted-racquet/andy-murray-got-shorts-balls-kept-falling-video-134348270--ten.html) - Andy Murray got new shorts after balls kept falling out (VIDEO)

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1247767-wimbledon-tennis-2012-bold-predictions-for-mens-semi-final-action)- Wimbledon Tennis 2012: Bold Predictions for Men's Semifinal Action

cazza99

05-07-2012, 14:51

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-04/201207051341488137085.html)- Andy's post match press interview following Ferrer

A. MURRAY/D. Ferrer

6‑7, 7‑6, 6‑4, 7‑6

Q. Set and a break down obviously not a great situation. What were you thinking then?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I knew it's a lot harder to hold serve from the near end of the court. I think both times when he served for it, he was serving at that end.

Yeah, just tried to make him play some balls, you know, tried to dictate more of the points. That was it.

Q. How do you think you played generally at the end? Do you feel you were getting better as the match went on?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, I thought I played well. I knew it was going to be tough. You know, it's the hardest match that I played. It's a very different match to all of the other ones.

Yeah, I was expecting a lot of long rallies. You know, yeah, it was fairly tricky conditions out there. Obviously started raining a little bit out there at the end. It was cold at the start, then it got warm, and it was quite windy as well.

Yeah, I thought after the first sort of ‑‑ like at 5‑3 in the first set I probably wasn't playing that well, but after that I thought I hit the ball pretty good.

Q. You tied Tim's record here with you four semifinals. I imagine that's a nice accomplishment, but one you also want to put in the rearview mirror.

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, obviously the goal now is to win the next match and try and get through to the final for the first time. Yeah, I mean, it's not something ‑‑ I'm obviously happy.

I've had a good run here the last few years, but, yeah, I'm not satisfied with that. I want to try and go further.

Q. How would you describe the attention on you, the weight on your shoulders as you go for something that the country has waited so many years for?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I don't really know exactly. Yeah, there's obviously pressure there. But something that, you know, providing ‑‑ I think if you think too much about it, you know, and you read the newspapers and you watch the stuff on TV that's said about you, I think it would become far too much.

But if you kind of shield yourself from it all and kind of just get into your own little bubble, only listen to the people that are around you, then it's something you can deal with.

Q. Seems that the forehand at 6‑4, just an incredible release of emotion from you. Can you describe what it was like, that moment, for you.

ANDY MURRAY: Well, when we came back out ‑ I mean, it was, what, a 15‑minute break or something ‑ you know, I'm aware that you're one, two games away from winning the match and getting into the semis. And, yeah, it was a big moment in the match.

I served very well when we came back out. I knew if I could get that point, he was down at the hard end of the court. Even if I'd lost the next point, it almost felt like a match point, that one. Luckily I stepped up on the next point and hit an ace.

But it was a big point.

Q. When you talk about putting yourself in a bubble and not listening to other people, what is it within you that helps you do that?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, one, experience probably, and then just having the right people around you that you trust, people that you respect. You know, you don't feel like you need to listen to what, you know, an ex‑player might be saying or a journalist or a pundit or whatever.

You block yourself away from all of that and you just listen to them, and they give you the confidence that you need.

Q. Do you think this is your best chance?

ANDY MURRAY: No, I don't know. I mean, I think when I played Roddick in the semis was also a good chance. I had a good record against him before I played against him. You know, he did play unbelievable in the semis, and especially in the final that year.

So I don't know. You know, I'm in a good position, that's for sure. Whether it's the best chance or not, I'm not sure. But I've been in this position a few times now and want to push on.

Q. On a similar point, obviously Jo is a tough opponent. Is there a part of you that is pleased it's not Rafa you have to face here?

ANDY MURRAY: No. Just because I lost to him a few times doesn't mean I'd never want to play against him. I don't mind playing against Rafa. I've won against him in slams before. It's obviously a challenge, and he's played some very good tennis when we have played each other here.

But, no, I mean, Jo's a tough opponent. He served I think very well so far this tournament. It's a very different match to playing against Rafa, but he's one of the best grass court players in the world, that's for sure.

Q. When you reach the semifinals of a Grand Slam for the 10th time, is it in your own mind, I should be here, or is there a feeling of, I'm thrilled to get here?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, when you start each tournament you want and try and win. Obviously now that I'm in it I'm not thinking, Great, I'm in the semifinals. You want to try and go further.

But I know how hard it is. Everyone kept telling me I had such a hard draw and how tough it was going to be to get through. You know, I managed to do that. I've beaten some very good players. It's been a good tournament so far.

But I want it to continue. I'd be disappointed, you know, if I lost before the final in any tournament, but I don't just expect to get there. It's a very difficult thing to do. You need to make sure you perform properly.

Q. Will you be able to draw on anything from your previous three semifinals here?

ANDY MURRAY: I think over the seven years I've been on the tour, yeah, I'll draw from that experience. Having played Jo quite a lot of times I know him well. We played a lot in the juniors, so I've known him for a long time.

You know, rather than focusing on it being the semifinals of Wimbledon, I need to focus on it being a match against him and what I do well against him and what's worked against him in the past.

So that's what I'll be drawing on.

Q. The Duke and Duchess of York were here today. How special is it to have the support of the Royal Box?

ANDY MURRAY: Obviously I was aware of it. We got told this morning before we went on the court, and obviously when I saw Roger playing I saw them sitting in the Royal Box.

Yeah, I think it's always going to make a difference when you have royalty in there. For me, also playing in front of someone like Agassi as well and Steffi Graf. Rod Laver was there, too. You know, it was an unbelievable privilege to play in front of those people.

Q. You said the other day you're not thinking about what it would be like to lift the trophy. Is it ever difficult not to let your mind wander to those types of thoughts?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I haven't had a problem with it this tournament or in previous tournaments. I think like a couple times before I played finals and stuff it is important to try and sort of envisage yourself winning the match and visualize it a little bit.

But it's not something that, yeah, yet at Wimbledon I've done.

continued ...

cazza99

05-07-2012, 14:55

.....interview continued

Q. What do you remember most from the earliest ages of your appreciation for Wimbledon and for the importance of the championship to people in this country?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, when I first played here I didn't understand what it was like, and it still took a few years for me before I understood how important this tournament was to me, how important it is to tennis, and also this country, as well.

I didn't necessarily appreciate that the first time I played because you're just a kid. It's something new for you. You're excited to play on Centre Court.

But it's not until I played a lot of matches there that I started to understand how special a court it was. I spent some time here during the year sitting on the court when there was no one else there just thinking what it was like.

So it's become more and more special to me the more years I've played. I've started to understand how important it is to tennis.

Q. Were you more satisfied today with your focus, mental disposition, than you were with previous matches, or do you feel you were in the same zone?

ANDY MURRAY: I mean, I could have done a little bit better probably in the third set. I knew how important it was to get off to a good start there. I had a couple chances early and didn't get it. I was a little frustrated with that. I think I did a good job at the end of the set.

Especially after the rain delay, too, I came out and served very well and concentrated hard and picked the right shots.

So, yeah, I thought I did, yeah, overall a pretty good job because it was a tough match and he doesn't give you a whole lot of time to breathe on the court. He doesn't give you like, you know, three easy games. He never gives you free breaks or anything. You always have to work hard for it.

Q. When you're in the middle of a match like that, can you hear helpful hints from the crowd like, Stop doing dropshots and attack? Do you ever think, They're right about that; I should stop these dropshots?

ANDY MURRAY: No, well, it's funny. In the last whatever, four matches or something, five matches I played, when they work no one says anything. When I miss a couple, that's the reason why you lost or that's the reason why it was a closer match than it should have been.

It's a tactic that I use against certain players. I really haven't hit many in the tournament, but it's a tactic that I use against certain players to break the play up.

Also brings them closer to the baseline so that when you do start hitting bigger shots, you know, they're expecting maybe a dropshot and you can surprise them that way. It's not just about whether you make that shot or not. There's a lot more to it than that. It's a lot deeper than what most people would understand.

Q. You just spoke about the importance of Wimbledon to the country. Could you explain what you mean, what you feel the importance of Wimbledon is to Great Britain.

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I mean, it's one of our ‑‑ it happens on a yearly basis, I'd say it's probably the biggest sporting event that we have. I mean, it's been around for so long. So many great athletes, you know, tennis players have obviously played here.

Yeah, I mean, tennis in the UK is not really a sport that necessarily gets followed loads for the rest of the year, but everyone gets into it when Wimbledon comes round because they understand how big a competition it is.

Yeah, I mean, the support that I've had over the last sort of five, six years here has been great. Yeah, I'm trying my best to win the tournament for myself obviously, but also for everybody else.

Q. From the outside it seems like a grind and there's so much pressure. But do you look upon Wimbledon that it is going to be a grind or is it fun for you? Do you enjoy it?

ANDY MURRAY: I always play well here, so it doesn't affect me really in a bad way. But, yeah, when the tournament's done I do normally need a few days off to not think about tennis and just relax.

Because, you know, whether, like I said, I don't watch the TV or read anything, there's still, yeah, a huge amount of pressure there and I know that.

You know, subconsciously I'm probably extremely stressed out right now, but I try not to feel it. Then, yeah, when the tournament's done there's normally a pretty big release of that. I just don't want to be on the court for a few weeks.

Q. How would you compare the situation with other things you've seen or experienced, other sports, other figures, in the rest of the world?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I'd say like LeBron James, for example, you know, would be a good example. He obviously is a great basketball player. He came very close to winning quite a lot of times.

Yeah, I don't need to go into the whole background of his whole story, but him winning this year for him I'm sure was massive. For me as a basketball fan it was nice to see.

I would say for me I guess it's a similar situation. I've been close a lot of times and not quite made it. You know, just have to keep putting myself in the position, and hopefully it will click.

Q. What did that do for you to see LeBron James win this year? Did you internalize that?

ANDY MURRAY: No, but I always enjoy seeing that because I follow basketball a lot and watch a lot of the sports news and stuff. There's a lot of people out there that didn't want him to win. There's a lot of people that said he would never win. There's a lot of people who said he never played his best in finals. In the fourth quarter of games he never steps up.

Then you see how he played the whole of the Finals, the whole of the Playoffs. Sometimes it takes guys a bit longer than others.

FastScripts by ASAP Sports

cazza99

05-07-2012, 15:01

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-04/201207041341429846643.html) - Ferrer post Andy match presser

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-04/201207041341425786248.html) - Tsonga post Kohlschreiber match presser

ljs

05-07-2012, 15:08

not sure if you guys have seen this " Llendl on coaching Andy "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc9Gj_x21nk

-J-

05-07-2012, 15:31

not sure if you guys have seen this " Llendl on coaching Andy "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc9Gj_x21nkhe is ice cool:snowman:

hfwardhouse

05-07-2012, 17:06

NY Times (http://straightsets.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/07/05/murray-summons-new-calm-under-wimbledon-pressure/?smid=tw-NYTStraightSets&seid=auto) article :)

Alis

05-07-2012, 17:41

not sure if you guys have seen this " Llendl on coaching Andy "

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kc9Gj_x21nk

Thanks ljs - very interesting!

cazza99

05-07-2012, 19:56

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17248209)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray prepared for testing semi-final against 'tough' Frenchman Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Reuters (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17248208)- Tennis-'Mr Nice Guy' won't win, Goran warns Murray

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/ivanisevic-tells-murray-get-arrogent-172305542.html)- Ivanisevic tells Murray to 'get more arrogant'

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/05/andy-murray-wimbledon-greg-rusedski?newsfeed=true)- Andy Murray has the perfect target in Jo-Wilfried Tsonga at Wimbledon
by Greg Rusedski

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169361/Wimbledon-2012-Andre-Agassi-says-Andy-Murray-CAN-win-champ-backs-Novak-Djokovic-year.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Agassi says Murray CAN win, but former champ backs Djokovic this year

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/fed-novak-plays-second-fiddle-murray-mania-181141534.html) - Fed, Novak plays second fiddle to Murray mania

Radio Times (http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2012-07-05/wimbledon-2012-all-you-need-to-know-about-jo-wilfried-tsonga)- Wimbledon 2012: all you need to know about Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169296/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-banishing-entitlement-thoughts.html) - Murray not counting his chickens as he prepares for Tsonga semi test

Press Association (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ukpress/article/ALeqM5iuTAOmE6blJgaEf3TqwLAqbml6ow?docId=N00170313 41499649548A) - Tsonga ignoring pain for SW19 gain

The Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/news/world/andy-murray-discovers-its-there-for-the-winning-not-the-taking/story-fnb64oi6-1226418249008) - Andy Murray discovers it's there for the winning, not the taking

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-stresses-need-to-perform-against-jowilfried-tsonga-ahead-of-wimbledon-semifinal-7917657.html)- Andy Murray stresses need to perform against Jo-Wilfried Tsonga ahead of Wimbledon semi-final

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/price-of-wimbledon-final-tickets-surge-following-andy-murray-progression-7917549.html) - Price of Wimbledon final tickets surge following Andy Murray progression

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/jowilfried-tsonga-predicts-it-will-be-madness-against-andy-murray-7917658.html)- Jo-Wilfried Tsonga predicts 'it will be madness' against Andy Murray

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9379056/Andy-Murray-v-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-head-to-head.html) - Andy Murray v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga: head-to-head

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9379475/Wimbledon-superstitious-stars-hair-demands.html)- Wimbledon: superstitious stars' hair demands

Nicks Picks (http://nickstennispicks.com/)- Nick’s Picks- Wimbledon Semi-Finals
Jo-Wilfried Tsonga (FRA) vs Andy Murray (GBR)

Tsonga has a big forehand, big serve and he moves very well. Right now Murray is showing more offensive power and is able to control his emotions in the tight moments of the match. He has been coming up with the big service when he needs it and is beginning to feel that he legitimately has a chance to go to the finals. Murray has too much of everything to not beat Tsonga. I have never seen Murray play this comfortably, and with as much aggression.

Nick’s Pick- Right now it goes to Murray.

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18728188)- Wimbledon 2012: Tommy Bennett and Novak Djokovic train together

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18728934)- Wimbledon 2012: Murray, Tsonga, Djokovic, Federer set for semis

New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2012/07/05/sports/tennis/05reuters-tennis-wimbledon-men.html) - Grand Slam Greats Play Second Fiddle to Murray Mania

cazza99

05-07-2012, 20:20

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17249631) - Ivan Lendl's bed-time stories fuel Andy Murray's dream

"Ironically, I hit a lot less serves than I used to [in practice]. Ivan is more of the opinion that you need to rest your shoulder and make sure it is loose, not tired, when you go out on to the court and into big tournaments because, over the course of two weeks, you hit thousands of serves. That may be a reason why I am serving well deeper into the tournament. He has worked a lot on my second serve too since the start of the year. It was not always about the pace of the serve [against David Ferrer]. I was getting a lot of kick on it and making him hit a lot of very high returns. He struggled a lot with [it]."

Lendl works on his mind as well as his body, and that too is paying dividends.

"We speak about different things than I was used to. He is a different coach, a different person. [We] still speak 30-40 minutes before a match and get a lot of information, tactics. He doesn't miss anything. He gives you a lot of information on players, so I have started to talk the night before matches so I can process it. That's really been the big difference. He is making sure I am focusing on the match the night before, so I can sleep on it and make sure I am prepared rather than not thinking about the match at all and maybe starting off a little bit slow."

rondun

05-07-2012, 22:28

This is great! - don't know if it's been posted anywhere...

http://youtu.be/uXUk6bYpwek

cazza99

05-07-2012, 22:34

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17250098) - Wimbledon 2012: Ivan Lendl is priming Andy Murray for the time of his

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18731669) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga analysis

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/tomfordyce/2012/07/murray_battles_tsonga_-_and_we.html)- Murray battles Tsonga - and weight of history

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18723071)- Wimbledon 2012: Liam Broady targets success in men's game

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18726863) - Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray relishes semi-final test

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17250296) - Wimbledon 2012: How Andy Murray can beat Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169452/Wimbledon-2012-Brad-Gilbert--I-Andy-Murray-beat-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga.html)- Willy's wonky backhand is a Murray bonus
by Brad Gilbert

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/05/andy-murray-wimbledon-2012) - Andy Murray standing on the verge of Wimbledon history

Tsonga (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9380146/Wimbledon-2012-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-will-hope-to-have-Andy-Murray-dancing-to-his-and-Yannick-Noahs-tune.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Jo-Wilfried Tsonga will hope to have Andy Murray dancing to his and Yannick Noah's tune

The Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4413348/Andy-Murray-plans-to-KO-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-and-74-years-of-hurt-with-one-devastating-Centre-Court-blow-at-Wimbledon.html) - Andy: I’ll KO like Tyson

The Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4413181/Andy-Murray-must-beat-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-and-history.html) - Andy’s history lesson

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169438/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-great-shape-ahead-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-semi-final.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Andy feels ace! Murray in great shape for giant leap to the final... but Tsonga awaits

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2169369/Time-make-stand-Mexican-waves-Wimbledon.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Time to make a stand against Mexican waves at Wimbledon

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/05/wimbledon-2012-olympic-tennis?newsfeed=true)- Wimbledon 2012: Colin Fleming has taste of Olympic things to come

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18723048)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray and Britain's last-four flaw

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9380094/Wimbledon-2012-Jonathan-Marray-and-Frederik-Nielsen-rest-easy-while-opponents-Bryan-brothers-battle-through-busy-schedule.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray and Frederik Nielsen rest easy while opponents Bryan brothers battle through busy schedule

RoastLamb

05-07-2012, 22:36

Cazza, you need a much deserved vacation after all your hard work on this thread. :clap: :clap: :clap:

cazza99

05-07-2012, 22:41

Cazza, you need a much deserved vacation after all your hard work on this thread. :clap: :clap: :clap:

OK are you paying ;)

wriggles

05-07-2012, 22:45

haha like the article by the mail - time to make a stand against the mexican wave

RoastLamb

05-07-2012, 22:54

OK are you paying ;)

If Andy wins Wimbly, SURE!!!

cazza99

05-07-2012, 22:55

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18732267)- Wimbledon 2012: Pundits & journalists on men's semi-finals

cazza99

05-07-2012, 23:13

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/nick-bollettieris-wimbledon-files-will-your-man-do-it-if-he-makes-tsonga-do-all-the-running-7917893.html)- Nick Bollettieri's Wimbledon Files: Will your man do it? If he makes Tsonga do all the running

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/lendl-making-major-impact-7917897.html)- Lendl making major impact

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-homes-in-on-a-final-britain-has-longed-for-7917900.html)- Murray homes in on a final Britain has longed for

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-no-more-mr-nice-guy-for-andy-murray-advises-goran-ivanisevic-1-2395612) - Wimbledon: No more ‘Mr Nice Guy’ for Andy Murray, advises Goran +Ivanisevic

RoastLamb

06-07-2012, 00:47

Tom Tebbutt's blog: (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Down-to-the-Short-Strokes&pid=3934)

In the other semifinal, the “D-word” is beginning to make its presence felt here. That being destiny and the possibility of Andy Murray winning one for himself, and one for a nation that has waited a mere 76 years for a successor to Fred Perry.

I predict that Murray gets past Jo-Wilfried Tsonga and sets hearts a-flutter all through the United Kingdom in anticipation of Sunday’s final.

cazza99

06-07-2012, 09:12

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17253335)- Wimbledon 2012: live webchat with Greg Rusedski

Greg will be online from 10am BST.

cazza99

06-07-2012, 09:35

BBC (Wimbledon 2012: David Mercer predicts Murray-Djokovic final) - Wimbledon 2012: David Mercer predicts Murray-Djokovic final
video

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17253422) - Andy Murray's Wimbledon mission
video

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17253422) -Wimbledon 2012: Men's semi-final preview
video

tennis space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/sexism-in-tennis-like-smog-in-the-air/) - Sexism in tennis - like smog in the air

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/109602-andy-murray-can-win-wimbledon-according-to-former-uk-tennis-ace-castle/)- Andy Murray 'can win Wimbledon' according to former UK tennis ace Castle

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/desmond-kane/time-murray-prove-no-monty-065544759.html) - Time for Murray to prove he is no Monty

Muzza and Monty have lived curiously similar lives in separate sports. Andy Murray's semi-final against the strapping Jo-Wilfried Tsonga today at Wimbledon is akin to the moment his fellow Scot Colin Montgomerie stood in the middle of a fairway on the 72nd hole of the 2006 US Open golf championship clutching a six iron and the lead.

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824399/Murray-backed-by-Agassi,-McEnroe/) - Murray backed by Agassi, McEnroe

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2169488/Wimbledon-2012-Can-Andy-Murray-overpower-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Can Andy Murray overpower Le Muscle from Le Mans? French star stands in his way for a place in Wimbledon history

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9380626/Andy-Murray-Im-like-a-boxer.html) - Andy Murray: I’m like a boxer

Herald Sun (http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/home-news/murray-boxing-clever-ahead-of-tsonga-clash.18072897)- Murray boxing clever ahead of Tsonga clash

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/4413507/Let-us-pray-the-Andy-Murray-way.html)- Let us pray... the Andy Murray way

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2169522/Fancy-Andy-Murray-washed-Britney-Spears-How-celebrity-culture-reinventing-rhyming-sland.html) - Fancy an Andy Murray washed down with a few Britney Spears? How celebrity culture is reinventing rhyming slang

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-this-is-a-chance-i-don-t-want-to-waste-andy-murray-1-2395748) - Wimbledon: ‘This is a chance I don’t want to waste’ - Andy Murray

Scottish Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/4413190/Lendls-got-me-taking-rivals-to-bed.html)- Lendl’s got me taking rivals to bed

Express (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/331060/A-day-in-the-life-of-Andy-Murray)- A DAY IN THE LIFE OF ANDY MURRAY

cazza99

06-07-2012, 12:51

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/2012/07/06/wimbledon-2012-thousands-queue-in-heavy-rain-as-fans-hope-to-watch-andy-murray-reach-sw19-final-86908-23905135/) - Wimbledon 2012: Thousands queue in heavy rain as fans hope to watch Andy Murray reach SW19 final

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/tennis-fans-brave-the-rain-to-watch-andy-murray-try-to-make-history-7918201.html)- Tennis fans brave the rain to watch Andy Murray try to make history

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-15292120)- Andy Murray v Bunny Austin: Can Scot emulate 30s British great?
some interestng comparisons

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/wimbledon/its-not-all-bad-tim-insists-british-tennis-chief-draper-7919885.html) - It’s not all bad, Tim, insists British tennis chief Draper

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/in-a-golden-age-nows-the-time-to-praise-andy-murray-not-bury-him-7919814.html) - In a golden age, now’s the time to praise Andy Murray, not bury him

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/109611-fans-turn-out-on-social-media-to-support-andy-murray-in-the-semis/) - Fans turn out on social media to support Andy Murray in the semis

Hundreds of fans have taken to Twitter to wish the British number one well, with messages of support for the Dunblane man coming from entrepreneur Michelle Mone, businessman Lord Sugar and Scots stars Ewan McGregor and Lorraine Kelly.

cazza99

06-07-2012, 18:18

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/five-thoughts-on-murray-reaching-a-first-wimbledon-final/) - Five thoughts on Murray's first Wimbledon final

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-06/201207061341594834603.html?promo=rss) - Murray digs deep to reach first Wimbledon final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18728934) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray beats Tsonga to reach final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18729889)- live reporting

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18745414) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray shot injures Jo-Wilfried Tsonga
video

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18745438) - Wimbledon 2012: Briton Jonny Marray into men's doubles final

cazza99

06-07-2012, 18:45

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17257908)- Wimbledon 2012: Moment Andy Murray ends GB's 74-year wait

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/news/detail/item824550/Murray-%27relieved%27-to-break-British-hoodoo/)- Murray 'relieved' to break British hoodoo

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/fed-novak-plays-second-fiddle-murray-mania-181141534.html)- Tearful Murray makes history to reach Wimbledon final

STV (http://sport.stv.tv/tennis/109737-footage-of-the-rise-of-andy-murray-from-child-protg-to-wimbledon-finalist/)- Footage of the rise of Andy Murray from child protégé to Wimbledon finalist

Herald Scotland (http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/home-news/andy-murray-reaches-first-wimbledon-final.1341596980)- Andy Murray reaches first Wimbledon final

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/07/06/sport/tennis/tennis-federer-djokovic-murray-tsonga/index.html) - Murray makes history to earn Federer clash in Wimbledon final

cazza99

06-07-2012, 19:10

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/picturegalleries/9382405/Andy-Murray-v-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-in-pictures.html)- Andy Murray v Jo-Wilfried Tsonga: in pictures

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9382483/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-defies-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-to-reach-mens-final.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray defies Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to reach men's final

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/06/andy-murray-wimbledon-final-jo-wilfried-tsonga)- Andy Murray reaches Wimbledon final by beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/video/2012/jul/06/andy-murray-wimbledon-semi-final-video) - Andy Murray fans show support in Wimbledon semi-final - video

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-homes-in-on-a-wimbledon-final-britain-has-longed-for-7917900.html) - Andy Murray homes in on a Wimbledon final Britain has longed for

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/andy-murray-ends-britains-74-year-wait-for-a-mens-wimbledon-finalist-with-victory-over-jowilfried-tsonga-7920596.html)- Andy Murray ends Britain's 74 year wait for a men's Wimbledon finalist with victory over Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169824/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-Final-beating-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga.html)- Magic Murray makes history! Andy becomes first British man in Wimbledon final for 74 years after four set victory over Tsonga to set up final showdown with Federer

New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2012/07/06/sports/tennis/06reuters-tennis-wimbledon-murray.html)- Murray Ends Britain's Long Wait at Wimbledon

-J-

06-07-2012, 19:52

gotta feel for cazza this weekend hope she has blenty cofee in
btw would it be an idea to maybe have a seperate thread for this weekends press clippings a kind of wimbledon scrap book kind of thing

Sallydaisy

06-07-2012, 20:13

gotta feel for cazza this weekend hope she has blenty cofee in
btw would it be an idea to maybe have a seperate thread for this weekends press clippings a kind of wimbledon scrap book kind of thing
Good idea.

Apparently Andy has just been interviewed on 5 live.
Perhaps peeps could look out for a transcript and/or repeat somewhere?

Jan

06-07-2012, 20:15

RFS

06-07-2012, 21:17

Writing for Tennis Panorama New (http://www.tennispanorama.com/archives/28157)s - My piece on Murray (I had another piece up for Fed/Nole too)

9 pieces so far so them... not bad going...

rondun

06-07-2012, 21:29

:rolling: I have no idea where to post this but has anybody seen the go compare advert with Sue Barker with a rocket launcher?!
blooming hillarious :rolling:

hfwardhouse

06-07-2012, 21:32

Just saw it just now and yes :rofl: :lol: :rolling:

cazza99

06-07-2012, 21:34

gotta feel for cazza this weekend hope she has blenty cofee in
btw would it be an idea to maybe have a seperate thread for this weekends press clippings a kind of wimbledon scrap book kind of thing

Ha. I don't drink coffee :lol:

I don't mind a separate thread - maybe someone else can copy over the important ones from here that I post.

I am only copying in a very small percentage of the ones available too - mainly the articles from major tabloids and a selection of the others (as many are very similar) and a few from abroad, as foreign ones often have a different slant. So if anyone sees any others please post them. Interview transcripts are not available until noon the next day.

rondun

06-07-2012, 21:34

Just saw it just now and yesThank God for that, I thought I'd had one Pimms too many!

-J-

06-07-2012, 21:40

Ha. I don't drink coffee :lol:

I don't mind a separate thread - maybe someone else can copy over the important ones from here that I post.

I am only copying in a very small percentage of the ones available too - mainly the articles from major tabloids and a selection of the others (as many are very similar) and a few from abroad, as foreign ones often have a different slant. So if anyone sees any others please post them. Interview transcripts are not available until noon the next day.sally posted them already

-J-

06-07-2012, 21:41

:rolling: I have no idea where to post this but has anybody seen the go compare advert with Sue Barker with a rocket launcher?!
blooming hillarious :rolling:so it is her seen it the other day wasnt sure it was her; why her i wonder

rondun

06-07-2012, 21:44

so it is her seen it the other day wasnt sure it was her; why her i wonderBaby faced assassin

pabbers

06-07-2012, 21:52

There have been complaints apparently.

-J-

06-07-2012, 21:56

David Cameron statement: No 10 will fly the Saltire alongside the Union Flag on Sunday in support of Andy Murray in the final.if this is true i hear-by humbly apologize to Mr Cameron and will never hear a bad word said against the man again( well for a day or so)

cazza99

06-07-2012, 22:33

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18748944)- Andy Murray: I'm the underdog for Wimbledon Federer final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18749103)- Wimbledon 2012: Tim Henman on Andy Murray

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18748314)- Dunblane residents celebrate as Murray reaches final
video

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9383004/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-insists-the-job-is-not-done-despite-being-first-British-man-to-reach-final-for-74-years.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray insists the job is not done despite being first British man to reach final for 74 years

AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5jj0HoCnZd7y9FXQ_fX3GGZ4G05oA?docId=529dbdf4b d3342df89b64d952abba53a)- Sampras expects Federer to beat Murray in final

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/06/andy-murray-roger-federer-wimbledon?newsfeed=true) - 'At the end of the match I was very emotional,' says Andy Murray

ATP site (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/07/27/Wimbledon-Friday2-Murray-Tsonga.aspx) - Murray Ends 74-Year Wait For British Wimbledon Finalist

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/blogs/simon-reed/murray-deserves-final-crack-federer-215006747.html) - Murray deserves final crack at Federer
by Simon Reed

Mirror (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kate-middleton-going-to-wimbledon-2012-1135606) - Ace up his sleeve: Andy Murray to be cheered on by Duchess Kate in historic Wimbledon final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9382859/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-is-the-new-Bunny-Austin-now-he-must-bare-his-teeth-in-final-with-Roger-Federer.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray is the new Bunny Austin - now he must bare his teeth in final with Roger Federer

Herald Sun (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/british-hopes-soar-as-murray-faces-federer/story-fnbk754t-1226419631276) - British hopes soar as Murray faces Federer

Sky (http://news.sky.com/story/957160/lendl-effect-ivan-is-key-to-murray-success)- Lendl Effect: Ivan Is Key To Murray Success

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9382483/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-charges-into-history-books-by-beating-Jo-Wilfried-Tsonga-to-reach-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray charges into history books by beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga to reach final

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/06/andy-murray-wimbledon-final-jo-wilfried-tsonga?newsfeed=true)- Andy Murray reaches Wimbledon final by beating Jo-Wilfried Tsonga

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9382914/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-one-win-away-from-a-life-of-untold-riches.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray one win away from a life of untold riches

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/06/andy-murray-wimbledon?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray inspires quiet confidence in middle England at Wimbledon

BBC - (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18744187) Tennis fans revel in Andy Murray's historic win
video

Madeline

06-07-2012, 22:43

Eurosport - Murray deserves final crack at Federer by Simon Reed

Oh well, that's fine then! Simon Reed tips Fed to win, and he is always wrong!

cazza99

06-07-2012, 22:51

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/wimbledon12/story/_/id/8136062/wimbledon-andy-murray-chance-destroy-demons) - Can Murray destroy the demons?

tennis world (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Wimbledon---Federer-says-theres-a-lot-of-pressure-on-him-as-well-in-the-final-articolo4753.html) - Wimbledon - Federer says there´s a lot of pressure on him as well in the final

New York Times (http://straightsets.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/07/06/a-murray-victory-could-be-a-loss-for-bookmakers/) - A Murray Victory Could Be a Loss for Bookmakers

ESPN (http://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/tennis-fans-brave-the-rain-to-watch-andy-murray-try-to-make-history-7918201.html)- Tennis fans brave the rain to watch Andy Murray try to make history

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18745415)- Wimbledon 2012: Murray 'relieved and excited' by final
video

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169907/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-I-play-perfect-final-Roger-Federer.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - I must play perfect final to beat Federer and end Britain's title drought, admits Murray

Washington Post (http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2012/jul/6/murray-ends-britains-wait-for-wimbledon-finalist/) - Murray ends Britain’s wait for Wimbledon finalist

CNN (http://edition.cnn.com/2012/07/06/sport/tennis/wimbledon-murray-hometown/index.html)- Wimbledon: Murray's hometown readies strawberries, cream and champagne

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/07/27/Wimbledon-Friday2-Diary.aspx) - Wimbledon Diary: Murray's Mayoral Message, British Brit

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9382914/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-one-win-away-from-a-life-of-untold-riches.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray one win away from a life of untold riches

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9382804/Wimbledon-2012-Britains-Jonathan-Marray-to-share-Andy-Murrays-final-day-spotlight-after-reaching-the-mens-doubles-showpiece.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Britain's Jonathan Marray to share Andy Murray's final-day spotlight after reaching the men's doubles showpiece

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9382783/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-final-with-Roger-Federer-feels-like-it-was-written-in-the-stars-says-Boris-Becker.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's final with Roger Federer feels like it was written in the stars, says Boris Becker

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9383004/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-insists-the-job-is-not-done-despite-being-first-British-man-to-reach-final-for-74-years.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray insists the job is not done despite being first British man to reach final for 74 years

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169847/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-praised-David-Cameron-reaching-final.html)- This is his destiny! PM Cameron and past Wimbledon bridesmaid Henman lead praise for Murray after British ace storms into final

Fina

06-07-2012, 23:11

:thanks: for all the links cazza

I'm still celebrating yesterday's great win! but Sunday will be here in no time.
In this article Wilander gives his two pennyworth: http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/wilander-murray-making-the-final-is-nothing-special/

I liked this article as it gives an insight into Andy's Friday night:http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/06072012/58/wimbledon-murray-ready-celebrate.html

hfwardhouse

06-07-2012, 23:21

Andy Murray's Wimbledon semi-final win sparks Twitter support (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18750027?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)

cazza99

06-07-2012, 23:26

New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/reuters/2012/07/06/sports/tennis/06reuters-tennis-wimbledon.html)- Murray Fuels Mania With Tsonga Win, Federer Awaits

Huffington Post (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/07/05/wimbledon-2012-hotties-men_n_1652460.html) - Wimbledon 2012 Hotties: Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal, Among Sexy Tennis Stars (PHOTOS)

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/wilander-murray-making-the-final-is-nothing-special/) - Wilander: Murray making the final "is nothing special"

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/james-lawton-intense-and-brilliant-murray-has-never-looked-so-at-home-7920725.html)- James Lawton: Intense and brilliant, Murray has never looked so at home

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/history-awaits-as-magnificent-murray-takes-final-step-7920752.html)- History awaits as magnificent Murray takes final step

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4415272/Andy-Murray-Wimbledon-final-Roger-Federer-vows-to-be-party-pooper.html)- I always end up having to beat the local favourite

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4415322/Andy-Murray-I-wont-be-Rogers-rabbit-in-Wimbledon-final.html)- Tears before Fed-time
Andy: I’m not Roger’s rabbit

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4415289/Andy-Murray-has-stomach-for-the-fight-as-jinx-ends.html)- No ifs, just guts

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18750027)- Andy Murray's Wimbledon semi-final win sparks Twitter support

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824572/Federer-to-meet-Murray-head-on/)- Federer to meet Murray head-on

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-roger-federer-relishes-taking-on-local-hero-andy-murray-1-2397418)- Wimbledon: Roger Federer relishes taking on ‘local hero’ Andy Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169975/Wimbledon-2012-Martin-Samuel--Give-respect-Andy-Murray.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Pay attention and give respect to the man from nowhere

Globe and Mail (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/sports/more-sports/murray-fuels-mania-with-trip-to-wimbledon-final-where-federer-awaits/article4394860/)- Murray fuels mania with trip to Wimbledon final where Federer awaits

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/fans-flock-to-henman-hill-to-see-andy-scale-new-heights-7920724.html)- Fans flock to Henman Hill to see Andy scale new heights

AFP/Times of India (http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/tennis/wimbledon-2012/top-stories/Austins-son-backs-Murray-to-go-one-better/articleshow/14727012.cms)- Austin's son backs Murray to go one better

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169984/Brad-Gilbert-right-tactics-Court-Report.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Court Report: Semi-final turned out just like Brad said it would

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/wimbledon12/story/_/id/8136757/wimbledon-2012-pete-sampras-says-used-roger-federer-breaking-records) - Pete Sampras touts Roger Federer

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/tsonga-resistance-crumbles-to-scots-consistent-excellence-7920808.html)- Tsonga resistance crumbles to Scot's consistent excellence

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17259580)- Andy Murray v Roger Federer: Five things Murray must do to win

Herald Sun (http://www.heraldsun.com.au/sport/tennis-old/andy-murray-sets-up-wimbledon-final-clash-with-roger-federer/story-e6frfgao-1226419406007) - Andy Murray sets up Wimbledon final clash with Roger Federer

ljs

06-07-2012, 23:30

http://freedomtennis.wordpress.com/2012/07/06/andy-murray-july-06-2012/#more-577 pressie

how dumb are some of these questions ???

RoastLamb

07-07-2012, 04:28

TT's Friday blog: (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-A-Final-Fraught-With-Possibilities&pid=3937)

In the second semifinal, Murray looked superb in taking the first two sets from Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, a match that was played in the great outdoors after the retractable roof was opened. But Tsonga got in touch with his best quick-strike, acrobatic tennis in the third set and made Murray partisans begin to get more and more squirmy. There were visions of Tsonga’s comeback from two-sets-to-love down a year ago against Federer in the Wimbledon quarter-finals in the minds of many Murray partisans. But he steadied and finally took that one giant step further – to the final – than he had in his previous three years at Wimbledon.

-J-

07-07-2012, 06:29

gonna be a long 3o odd hours, the media are going into meltdown

Linda

07-07-2012, 10:31

Rafa's blog (http://www.nadalnews.com/2012/07/06/rafa-nadal-i-knew-andys-chance-would-come-again/): ‘I knew Andy’s chance would come again’

Jan

07-07-2012, 10:53

:rolling: I have no idea where to post this but has anybody seen the go compare advert with Sue Barker with a rocket launcher?!
blooming hillarious :rolling:
yes my daughter called me to watch it yesterday! Brilliant!:rofl::rofl:

cazza99

07-07-2012, 12:53

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/rogerfederer/9383279/Wimbledon-2012-Roger-Federer-praises-Andy-Murray-ahead-of-Sundays-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Roger Federer praises Andy Murray ahead of Sunday's final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9383440/Wimbledon-2012-passionate-crowd-has-helped-me-says-Andy-Murray.html)- Wimbledon 2012: 'passionate crowd has helped me', says Andy Murray

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/legends-give-murray-real-shot-glory-120223232.html)- Legends give Murray 'real shot' at glory

Eurosport (http://nz.sports.yahoo.com/news/article/-/14160324/murray-differs-hollywood-perry/) - Murray differs from Hollywood Perry

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/video/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-fans-win-wimbledon-video)- Andy Murray fans in Dunblane say they're confident the Scot can win Wimbledon - video

Telegraph (http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/news/timstanley/100169535/andy-murray-at-wimbledon-tennis-should-be-about-strawberries-and-cream-not-winning/)- Andy Murray at Wimbledon: tennis should be about strawberries and cream, not 'winning'

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1249626-wimbledon-2012-results-analyzing-how-roger-federer-and-andy-murray-made-final) - Wimbledon 2012 Results: Analyzing How Roger Federer and Andy Murray Made Fina

TennisWorld (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Sampras-believes-Federer-cannot-break-one-of-his-records-articolo4764.html) - Sampras believes Federer cannot break one of his records

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/2012/07/07/wimbledon-2012-andy-murray-admits-sw19-final-will-be-biggest-match-of-his-life-86908-23905525/) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray admits SW19 final will be 'biggest match of his life'

Sky (http://news.sky.com/story/957208/murray-final-tickets-offered-for-15000)- Murray Final: Tickets Offered For £15,000

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/109798-well-wishes-for-andy-murray-as-nation-hopes-for-historic-wimbledon-win/) - Well wishes for Andy Murray as nation hopes for historic Wimbledon win

Scotsman/Edinburgh Evening News (http://www.scotsman.com/edinburgh-evening-news/edinburgh-s-bars-and-tennis-clubs-gear-up-for-andy-murray-s-wimbledon-final-1-2398834) - Edinburgh’s bars and tennis clubs gear up for Andy Murray’s Wimbledon final

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Murray-is-not-alone-in-writing-history-as-Marray-joins-in-articolo4763.html)- Murray is not alone in writing history as Marray joins in

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824687/Federer:-Murray-is-a-great-player/)- Federer: Murray is a great player

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824685/Murray-relishing-Federer-challenge)- Murray relishing Federer challenge

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/dramatic-shadow-austin-looms-over-murray-095655963--ten.html)- Dramatic shadow of Austin looms over Murray

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/159286.html) - Fed: I love tackling the home hero

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-roger-federer-wimbledon-2012?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray sets up dream Wimbledon final with Roger Federer

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/greenslade/2012/jul/07/andymurray-national-newspapers?newsfeed=true) - Murray's Wimbledon milestone: what the papers say

ITV (http://www.itv.com/news/update/2012-07-07/son-of-last-player-to-reach-wimbledon-mens-final-murray-is-best-player-ive-seen/) - Son of last player to reach Wimbledon men’s final: 'Murray is best player I’ve seen'

Daily News and Analysis (http://www.dnaindia.com/sport/report_wimbledon-2012-admirer-serena-rooting-for-exciting-murray-in-final_1711831) - Wimbledon 2012: 'Admirer' Serena rooting for 'exciting' Murray in final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383178/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-hometown-of-Dunblane-celebrates-place-in-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's hometown of Dunblane celebrates place in final

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1250183-wimbledon-2012-can-andy-murray-beat-roger-federer-to-win-the-wimbledon-title) - Wimbledon 2012: Can Andy Murray Beat Roger Federer to Win the Wimbledon Title?

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383158/What-a-relief-...-finally-Andy-Murray-ends-74-years-of-waiting.html) -What a relief ... finally Andy Murray ends 74 years of waiting

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9381145/Is-the-Centre-Court-roof-the-real-star-of-Wimbledon-2012.html) - Is the Centre Court roof the real star of Wimbledon 2012?

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18750863) - Newspaper review: Papers serve up Murray praise

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-andy-murray-s-steel-has-forged-a-route-all-the-way-to-the-top-1-2398479) - Wimbledon: Andy Murray’s steel has forged a route all the way to the top

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1249803-wimbledon-2012-can-andy-murray-expect-home-support-against-federer)- Wimbledon 2012: Can Andy Murray Expect Home Support Against Roger Federer?

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-five-things-win-wimbledon?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray could make Ivan Lendl jump for joy if he wins Wimbledon
by Greg Rusedski

Scottish Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/4415659/Andy-Murray-through-to-Wimbledon-tennis-final-against-Roger-Federer.html)- Andy Murray could be the first British male to win Wimbledon since Fred Perry was in long trousers

Independent (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17262476)- Emotional Murray takes final step to put history within reach

cazza99

07-07-2012, 12:55

Jonathan Overend ‏@5livetennis

Big preview of Murray v Federer, live from the players' lawn at Wimbledon, 6pm tonight on @bbc5live

cazza99

07-07-2012, 13:07

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/on-court/wimbledon-diary-hawk-eye-could-be-the-difference/) - Wimbledon diary: Hawk-Eye could be the difference

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-07/201207071341659413265.html?promo=rss)- Rafa sends congratulations to his friend Andy Murray

Sky (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17262442)- Turf war

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2169975/Wimbledon-2012-Martin-Samuel--Give-respect-Andy-Murray.html)- Pay attention and give respect to the man from nowhere
by Martin Samuel
Not sure if I have already posted this, but several people are praising this article

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17262702) - Andy Murray: 'My body feels like a machine' – video

Sky (Not sure if I have already posted this, but several people are praising this article)- Murray v Federer preview

Linda

07-07-2012, 13:14

Great article in the Mail! ^^^

(I doubt I've ever posted that sentence before!)

cazza99

07-07-2012, 13:30

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/dmitry-tursunovs-agony-uncle-mailbag/) - Dmitry Tursunov's Agony Uncle mailbag
:rolling:

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/index.html) - Marray makes history in reaching doubles final

cazza99

07-07-2012, 14:00

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170086/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-returns-final-preparations-Roger-Federer-looms.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Murray returns to Wimbledon for final preparations as Federer showdown looms
piccies of today

Fox News (http://www.foxnews.com/world/2012/07/07/britain-hails-andy-murray-as-hero-for-now/)- Britain hails Andy Murray as a hero _ for now

Wimbledon (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QpUiJ2X33cg&feature=youtu.be) - Marray wins Wimbledon semi-final, reaches Wimbledon men's final
video interview

usta (http://www.usta.com/Pro-Tennis/Grand-Slams/Wimbledon/never-say-die_federer_to_face_murray/) - Never-say-die Federer to face Murray
by Matt Cronin

RoastLamb

07-07-2012, 14:12

Rafa's blog (http://www.nadalnews.com/2012/07/06/rafa-nadal-i-knew-andys-chance-would-come-again/): ‘I knew Andy’s chance would come again’

So nice of him to do that. I wish he was playing Rafa in the final. ABF.

cazza99

07-07-2012, 14:24

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/wimbledon12/story/_/id/8138071/wimbledon-no-more-moral-victories-andy-murray) - No more moral victories for Murray

cazza99

07-07-2012, 14:33

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-06/201207061341604500516.html)- Andy's post match press interview

A. MURRAY/J. Tsonga

6‑3, 6‑4, 3‑6, 7‑5

Q. What were you doing 74 years ago?

ANDY MURRAY: Not a whole lot. (Smiling.)

Q. Okay. We'll follow that up with, assuming you weren't around 74 years ago, how much weight did you feel on your shoulders of this whole thing and everybody rooting for you? Were you able to put some of that aside?

ANDY MURRAY: Uhm, well, to be honest, I've been trying to explain you don't really think about it that much, but I think like subconsciously at the end of the match it was obviously very emotional.

Haven't really been like that before in a semifinal match, so obviously it meant something to me and it was very, very important.

And, yeah, there is obviously a lot of pressure and stress around this time of year. I don't, like, feel it like when I'm on the practice court on when I'm just kind of walking around. I try not to think about that stuff.

But, yeah, in the back of my mind it's obviously there.

Q. What is the contribution of Maggie and Rusty to this quest now for the championship?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I don't think they necessarily influence the match that we'll play on Sunday. Yeah, I mean, I'm sure if you asked Roger what his kids' contribution are or the people that are around him, it's something that makes me happy. I love dogs, and, yeah, they're obviously part of my life. It's something I enjoy away from the court.

When I finish my matches it's nice to go home. You know, they don't care whether I win or lose. It's important to have also people around you that are like that, as well.

Q. What are your thoughts on Roger's place in the history of this sport and this tournament?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, he's obviously one of the greatest players ever to have played. He's got probably ‑‑ not sure who has a better win/loss record than him here. I'd be surprised if he wasn't the best in terms of his win/loss ratio here.

And, yeah, he's been doing it consistently over a number of years. The matches he has lost the last couple of years was five sets against Tsonga, five sets against Berdych, five sets against Rafa. He's very, very tough to beat here.

Q. Can you describe the challenge ahead of you?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah. It's a great challenge, one where I'm probably not expected to win the match, but one that, you know, if I play well, I'm capable of winning.

But, yeah, I mean, if you look at his record here over the past 10 years or so, yeah, it's been incredible. So, you know, the pressure that I would be feeling if it was against somebody else I guess it would be different.

But there will be less on me on Sunday, you know, because of who he is.

Q. What happened at the start of the third, and how did you manage to turn it back round again?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I played one bad game, and then after that I thought I played well. You know, I had a lot of games where I was giving myself chances. All of his service games I was getting 30‑All, Love‑30, had some breakpoints here and there. He played some great points.

Yeah, just didn't get off to a good start in that third set. Obviously let him back into it a little bit. He started playing better. You know, he started serving very well on the big points.

Q. Can you take us a little bit through the sequence on match point? It looked like you thought you had it won. What was happening out there?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I knew it was in when it left my racquet, and then I thought that he challenged it. I mean, obviously it was close, but then the umpire said to me that the ball had been called out and that he hadn't overruled it.

So then obviously I challenged, and that was it.

Q. What did it feel like to have that called in? It was a strange sequence of events.

ANDY MURRAY: I knew it was in, so, you know, that wasn't really an issue. Just, yeah, you just have to obviously sit and wait a little bit. Then, yeah, when I had confirmation, it was, yeah, relieved I won the match.

Q. You were talking to Jo about it at the net.

ANDY MURRAY: He said he thought it was wide and I said I thought it was in. Then, yeah, that was it.

Q. What did it feel like to have that called in? It was a strange sequence of events.

ANDY MURRAY: I knew it was in, so, you know, that wasn't really an issue. Just, yeah, you just have to obviously sit and wait a little bit. Then, yeah, when I had confirmation, it was, yeah, relieved I won the match.

Q. You were talking to Jo about it at the net.

ANDY MURRAY: He said he thought it was wide and I said I thought it was in. Then, yeah, that was it.

Q. What is your main emotion at the moment? Is it possible to feel elated getting through to the final, or had that perhaps already dissipated?

ANDY MURRAY: No, tonight I think I need to make sure I enjoy myself, enjoy the win. You know, it's not every day you're through to the final of a Grand Slam, and also Wimbledon.

So I need to make sure I enjoy tonight, and then tomorrow get back on the practice court and, you know, make sure I hit enough balls tomorrow and get focused for Sunday.

Q. Do you have anything to prove to yourself on Sunday? Forget everybody else. How much fun are you having right now? You don't look like you're having too much fun.

ANDY MURRAY: Well, on Sunday, I mean, almost every time you step on the court you're trying to prove something to yourself. I think that's kind of what motivates you to get better. Also the players that are around me, as well. They would be the two things that I think you can't stay at the top of, you know, any sport, especially one as competitive as tennis, if you don't have very good self‑motivation. I think that's very important. Obviously I'll be very motivated on Sunday.

In terms of the enjoyment, yeah, I really enjoyed the win today. I've enjoyed the tournament so far. Hopefully it will be more enjoyable on Sunday.

Q. A lot of people will say over the weekend that Roger Federer is 30, he's closer to the end of the road than he is to the beginning.

ANDY MURRAY: Who will say that?

Q. People will just analyze it.

ANDY MURRAY: Who though? Who are these people? Journalists? Anybody that knows tennis, you can't use that as an example.

The last couple of years his record in the slams has been, you know, to me unbelievable. Like I said here, the matches that he's lost, he was up two sets to nothing, was it both times he lost maybe? I'm not hundred percent sure, but he was up two sets to love against Tsonga last year.

Yeah, he's lost some close matches in the slams the last few years, but he had match points against Novak at the US Open maybe two years in a row. He has lost some very close matches.

I don't think, if you look at the way he played today, you can't say he's passed it or because he's 30 he's playing worse tennis. I just think the players around have gotten better.

Q. That's what I was going to ask you. In your mind you're still playing a great Wimbledon champion, right?
continued ....

cazza99

07-07-2012, 14:37

...interview continued

ANDY MURRAY: Yes.

Q. Was that the hardest game you've ever had to win?

ANDY MURRAY: Which one?

Q. The one today.

ANDY MURRAY: No, I don't think so. I mean, the first couple of sets, you know, were pretty smooth. Then after that, yeah, it was tough. It was a tough match. But like the quarterfinal match was very difficult, as well.

I mean, there certainly wasn't as many long rallies, long games like there was, you know, in the Ferrer match.

But in terms of like focus, that was probably one of the hardest matches in that respect. Because, you know, when you do win a couple of sets comfortably and you're getting close to the final of a slam, you know, it's really hard sometimes just to stay in the moment and not get too far ahead of yourself, you know, play each point and make each point as important as any one.

I did throw a game away a little bit at the beginning of the third set and it cost me a bit, but I wouldn't say it was the toughest match I've ever played.

Q. You're being understandably quite cool about the win. I don't know if you saw, but in the players' box your girlfriend was emotional and your mum was ecstatic. Have you managed to speak to them yet?

ANDY MURRAY: I haven't seen anyone except the guys that I work with. I saw Tim Henman.

Q. What was Tim's reaction?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, just, Well done. It's not the end of the tournament yet. The time for all of that stuff comes when I'm done. You know, I spoke to Ivan after the match. It was, Good job. You did really well. What time do you want to practice tomorrow? That's it. There's no time for anything else.

Q. You said you might celebrate this evening.

ANDY MURRAY: I won't celebrate. I'll just enjoy this evening. I'll go back home, have a nice meal with my girlfriend, and then, yeah, just enjoy it with her and the dogs. That's it.

I'm not going to go out and celebrate tonight, although I heard there's a cocktail party here this evening which I've been invited to but probably won't be participating in.

Q. Serena in here earlier today spoke about how you were one of the players she most enjoyed watching and what she appreciates about your game. What sort of appreciation do you have for watching her serve?

ANDY MURRAY: It's not just that. I mean, the thing about her game for me is that she's an unbelievable athlete. She's probably one of the best female athletes ever in terms of she's got strength, she's quick, you know, she's got very powerful, powerful strokes.

I mean, I saw a little bit of the match yesterday, but serving 24 aces is pretty incredible in a two‑set match. Yeah, I mean, I think as a competitor ‑ there's been some unbelievable players obviously ‑ but she's probably one of the best that the woman's tour has seen for a few years.

Q. Her serve has been right below an average guy on the ATP Tour.

ANDY MURRAY: Speed‑wise?

Q. Yes.

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, well, she has a very, very good serve, like I say. She is obviously a very good athlete, but her service technique is almost perfect, as well. I think that's what is so good about it. Very few of the women can put good kick on the serve, and she has an excellent kick serve, as well.

So it's not just her first serve. Her second serve is very, very good.

Q. What would you say the biggest impact on the mental approach of your game, your coaching from Lendl, has had? How might that manifest itself in the next match?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, I think, you know, like after the match today, you know, you try to make sure you don't get too excited on the court, never get too high, never get too down, which maybe in the past I was too up and down. Needed to try and be a bit more stable on the court, not be so emotional.

I'd say that's the one thing that I've learnt from kind of being around him was that, you know, like I explained after the match today, it wasn't like it was jumping around the locker room with excitement. It was, There's one more match to go. Well done today, but let's focus on the next one.

Q. When Virginia Wade was the last British woman to win a singles title here, the Queen was quite a big part of that occasion. She presented the trophy. If you were able to come on Sunday, would that add to your occasion?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, I'm sure it would. But, yeah, it's tough around this time because obviously William and Kate were here the other day. You have guys like Rod Laver and Agassi here. You know, the Queen was here a few years ago, too. You know, there's a lot of pressure and stuff, but it's obviously a privilege to play in front of those sort of people.

I'm not sure if she'll be here on Sunday, but it would be nice.

Q. Does preparation for a match like this involve re‑watching matches of Roger at other finals to learn from mistakes, or is there ant irrelevance?

ANDY MURRAY: No, more watching ‑‑ my coaches will watch his matches this week. Obviously some stuff from when I would have played him before I try not to watch before I play against him. I've seen obviously some of his tennis this week. I saw obviously some of the match today, as well.

The other thing you pick up on is the thing ‑‑ I've learnt from those matches that I lost against him in the past. If you go too much into detail of things that happened in the past it's not always beneficial, because in tennis every day is different, you know.

So I just need to try and make sure I play a perfect match on Sunday.

Q. Can you imagine a more perfect scenario than beating the greatest player of all time?

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, it obviously would be very nice. You know, I can't allow myself to think that far ahead. Like I was trying to explain, the match today it's easy to, but you can't allow yourself to. It's not really beneficial.

You know, I'll have talked to the guys about the match tomorrow and just focus on getting the tactics right and hopefully playing a match. There's obviously going to be nerves and pressure there for sure, but I need to try and stay focused.

Q. How are you feeling physically? Do you think you'll recover well for Sunday?

ANDY MURRAY: I felt fine today. I felt less tired than I did in the match with Ferrer because, like I say, there wasn't as many long rallies.

Yeah, it wasn't that tough physically. It was more mental. That was the hard part.

But I did well to hang in at the end because he was playing better.

Q. I just got a call from Bunny Austin who was very relieved that nobody will talk about him next year. Do you think Fred Perry has good chance to be talked any more next year? On Sunday night do you think Fred Perry will benedict your win next Sunday?

ANDY MURRAY: He's not alive, though. I don't understand. (Laughter.)

Q. From up there he'll send you a benediction.

ANDY MURRAY: Yeah, well, I hope so. (Smiling.)

Q. You've already brought an immense amount of pride not just to the Scottish public, but all across Britain. Do you have a personal message for them?

ANDY MURRAY: Well, yeah, I'm going to need all their help on Sunday because, yeah, it's a massive challenge to win against Roger, you know, in the final of a slam, at Wimbledon. You know, I hope that all of the crowd is with me. Like I say, I'll need all of their support. It's been great so far.

They've helped me out through some tough moments the last couple of matches, and I'll definitely need it again on Sunday.

Q. Given your previous experience in Grand Slam finals, if you can win one set on Sunday, will it give you the belief and confidence to go on and win three? Will you get swept up by the momentum?

ANDY MURRAY: I think on grass more than the other surfaces, it can be ‑‑ you know, matches can change quite quickly. Most of the sets are normally decided on one or two breakpoints or a couple of mistakes here or there or a couple of great shots.

The sets aren't normally 6‑1, 6‑2 sets. Even if I lose the first set or the second set, you can always come back.

Like I said, Roger lost a couple matches from a couple sets up the last few years. So, you know, whereas in the past you might have thought going two sets down it was impossible. There's still time to come back.

But ideally you want to try to get off to a good start. You know, that would make a big difference, I'm sure.

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Alis

07-07-2012, 14:42

Rafa's blog (http://www.nadalnews.com/2012/07/06/rafa-nadal-i-knew-andys-chance-would-come-again/): ‘I knew Andy’s chance would come again’

I bet Rafa and Novak are rooting for Andy tomorrow. They all seem to get on whereas Roger ...................?????!!

cazza99

07-07-2012, 14:51

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-06/201207061341599428473.html)- Tsonga's post match press interview

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/interviews/2012-07-06/201207061341589074663.html)- Federer's post match press interview

Alis

07-07-2012, 17:56

So nice of him to do that. I wish he was playing Rafa in the final. ABF.

I don't - he's got much more chance of winning against Fed.

Genbrit

07-07-2012, 18:01

-J-

07-07-2012, 18:02

im just pleased its one of the big 3, fed would be my first choice, followed by rafa tho of the 3 id Rather lose to nole

cazza99

07-07-2012, 18:04

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/scotlands-only-winner-of-a-grand-slam-so-far-1884533.html) - Scotland's only winner of a Grand Slam. So far
Historians have recently discovered the truth about Harold Segerson Mahony, who won his only major title in 1896

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383873/From-Plimsolls-to-billboard-tops-a-lot-has-changed-since-Fred-Perry-won-Wimbledon.html) - From Plimsolls to billboard tops, a lot has changed since Fred Perry won Wimbledon

New York Times (http://www.nytimes.com/2012/07/08/sports/tennis/andy-murray-succeeds-with-ivan-lendl-in-his-corner.html) - Veteran’s Presence Steadies Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170192/Wimbledon-2012-No-nonsense-Ivan-Lendl-just-Andy-Murray-needs.html)- No nonsense Lendl may be just what Murray needs to end Wimbledon heartbreak

ESPN (http://espn.go.com/tennis/wimbledon12/story/_/id/8138308/wimbledon-watch-federer-murray) - What to watch in Federer-Murray
included 2 min interview with Brad Gilbert (can view from UK)

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/lta-andy-murray-wimbledon?newsfeed=true)- LTA's Roger Draper ready to make the most of Andy Murray effect

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4416485/Andy-Murray-gears-up-for-Wimbledon-final-as-Serena-wins-ladies-final.html)- Murray gears up for Wimbo final
includs piccies of Andy today

Sporting Life (http://www.sportinglife.com/tennis/news/article/553/7880450/good-luck-andy-murray) - Good luck Andy Murray!

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/07/27/Wimbledon-Saturday2-Final-Preview.aspx) - Federer vs. Murray: History On The Line

Tennis talk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/blog/Ricky_Dimon/20120707/Wimbledon_final_expert_picks:_Federer_vs._Murray__ )- Wimbledon final expert picks: Federer vs. Murray

ESPN Star (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824773/Murray:-I-need-the-perfect-game/)- Murray: I need the perfect game

ESPN (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824769/Lendl-plays-it-cool-with-Murray/) - Lendl plays it cool with Murray

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/playing-federer-takes-pressure-murray-141505613.html) - Playing Federer takes pressure off Murray

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383817/Wimbledon-2012-the-best-players-and-games-from-the-Open-Era.html) - Wimbledon 2012: the best players and games from the Open Era

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-wimbledon-final?newsfeed=true) - Wimbledon 2012: All you need to know about Andy Murray and a bit more

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/07/wimbledon-2012-roger-federer?newsfeed=true) - Roger Federer has Andy Murray and more history in his sights

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17263718) - A spotter's guide to Wimbledon as Andy Murray and Roger Federer clash in final

-J-

07-07-2012, 18:08

RoastLamb

07-07-2012, 18:31

I don't - he's got much more chance of winning against Fed.

Hmmm we'll see. I hope you're right but I have an awful feeling Fed will run away with it tomorrow.

jeannie13

07-07-2012, 18:53

Hmmm we'll see. I hope you're right but I have an awful feeling Fed will run away with it tomorrow.
Oh ye of little faith!!!!

RoastLamb

07-07-2012, 19:16

We'll see. Would love to be proved wrong in this case. :lol:

cazza99

07-07-2012, 19:45

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18754785) - Andy Murray v Roger Federer: predictions for Wimbledon final

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17264523)- Wimbledon 2012: Over in Stuttgart, Lukas Rosol is the man to thank

Alexandra Willis ‏@alex_willis

This is an amazing collection of front pages. http://bit.ly/kirVB9 #Andymonium

cazza99

07-07-2012, 20:36

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18757744) - Wimbledon 2012: Briton Jonathan Marray wins men's doubles final

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18757207)- Wimbledon 2012: Britain awaits Andy Murray v Roger Federer

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18731847) - Wimbledon 2012: The road to the men's final
video

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/rogerfederer/9384173/Wimbledon-2012-Roger-Federers-sublime-talent-is-standing-the-test-of-time-as-he-marches-to-greatness.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Roger Federer's sublime talent is standing the test of time as he marches to greatness

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384029/Wimbledon-2012-Ivan-Lendl-has-given-Andy-Murray-a-new-calm-and-tactically-astute-approach.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Ivan Lendl has given Andy Murray a new calm and tactically astute approach

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170261/Wimbledon-2012-The-day-Rafa-Nadal-set-Andy-Murray-road-stardom.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- The day Rafa Nadal set a Scottish teenager on the road to stardom

Fox Sports (http://msn.foxsports.com/tennis/story/andy-murray-roger-federer-mens-wimbledon-final-biggest-event-ever-in-uk-070712) - Murray-Federer a dream final in UK

I commentated with Perry on the BBC Radio for several years before his death in 1994, and I know Fred would approve of Murray. Perry was a tough, single-minded competitor — an individualist who strode down his own path in life. Murray shares some of those qualities, and he has the talent to back them up. Whether he can bring it all together to clear the final hurdle will depend not just on him but on the vastly experienced man across the net.

Nicks Picks (http://nickstennispicks.com/) - Nick’s Picks- Wimbledon Men’s Final

What a match we will have on Sunday. Roger Federer will take on Andy Murray, who becomes the first British player to reach the final at Wimbledon since 1938.

Both players have so much on the line. Federer has not won a grand slam in 2 years, if he wins he will truly have earned it, and will be entered into the discussion of best all time players in the history of the game. Andy Murray is playing with a new attitude and this is thanks to Ivan Lendl. Murray played the best 2 sets ever vs Tsonga. He must do the same on Sunday with his killer serves and huge groundies.

Federer will do a little of everything. Murray must play big at all times with a little change of kick serves to Federer’s backhand.

I wish I had 12 front row seats. I would sell them and retire. Will be a hot ticket and sure to be a great one. Good luck to both men and this is the final that Wimbledon deserves.

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9384019/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-v-Roger-Federer-how-the-finalists-match-up.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray v Roger Federer - how the finalists' match up

cazza99

07-07-2012, 20:47

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383655/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-will-need-to-be-brutal-and-indomitable-to-beat-Roger-Federer-in-mens-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray will need to be brutal and indomitable to beat Roger Federer in men's final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9383941/Andy-Murray-v-Roger-Federer-what-are-the-lessons-learned-from-Scots-three-previous-major-finals.html) - Andy Murray v Roger Federer: what are the lessons learned from Scot's three previous major finals?

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-wimbledon-expectation-play)- Andy Murray ignores Wimbledon expectation to play for himself

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/07/27/Wimbledon-Doubles-Final-Marray-Nielsen-Finish-Off-Magical-Run.aspx)- Marray/Nielsen Triumph In Magical Wimbledon Run

cazza99

07-07-2012, 20:56

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/on-court/wimbledon-diary-the-marray-omen-for-murray/) - Winbledon Diary: Marray and now Murray

A few days before the tournament, the Wimbledon trophy took a tour outside of Britain for the first time, travelling with ESPN to the United States, where it got picked up, fondled and passed around almost like a new-born baby. It did, however, throw up something I didn’t know before. The title of the men’s trophy reads: “All England Lawn Tennis Club Single Handed Championship of the World.” Now forget about the World Series-esque ludicrousness of it all. What’s more worrying is the “single-handed” bit – does that mean Murray, with two hands on his backhand, wouldn’t be allowed to win but Federer would?!

Reuters (http://uk.reuters.com/article/2012/07/07/tennis-wimbledon-men-doubles-idUKL6E8I736B20120707) - Tennis-Marray fever hits Wimbledon after doubles success

cazza99

07-07-2012, 21:35

Caroline Cheese ‏@CarolineCheese

A free 'Come on Andy' hat? I'M IN! Tomorrow's Mail on Sunday front page: http://twitpic.com/a52wji (via @TheMediaTweets)

cazza99

07-07-2012, 21:51

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170308/Wimbledon-2012-John-Lloyd--Expect-upset-final.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- John Lloyd: Federer is an awesome player, but I believe we will see an upset in final

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170302/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-Roger-Federer-rattled.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - The young pretender has Federer rattled: Record books prove Murray knows how to unnerve Swiss maestro

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/scotland-andy-murray-sporting-travails?newsfeed=true) - Scotland relies on Andy Murray to lift gloom over sporting travails

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170246/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-ready-join-legends-Bobby-Moore-Ian-Botham.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Now Murray's ready to join legends Moore and Botham

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/dunblane-association-andy-murray-success?newsfeed=true)- Dunblane delighted by happy association with Andy Murray's success

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170242/Wimbledon-2012-Evan-Hoyt-urges-Andy-Murray-strike-early.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Hoyt urges Murray to strike early to beat Federer in final

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170298/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-stands-make-20m.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Net gains of £20m await home hero Murray with lucrative American market a possibility

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170265/Is-Murray-fitting-heir-Perry-outsider.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Is Murray a fitting heir to Perry the outsider?

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-dunblane-prodigy-tennis?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray: can Dunblane's prodigy end our wait for tennis glory?

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2170299/Marrays--Murray-Yorkshireman-storms-doubles-Brit-win-Wimbledon-final-52-YEARS.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Marray's done it - now for Murray! Yorkshireman storms doubles to become first Brit to win Wimbledon final in 52 YEARS

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9384014/Andy-Murrays-father-my-pride-at-his-Wimbledon-success.html) - Andy Murray's father: my pride at his Wimbledon success

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170269/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-kill-birds-stone-says-Tim-Henman.html)- Now is the perfect time to kill two birds with one stone, says Henman

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170261/Wimbledon-2012-The-day-Rafa-Nadal-set-Andy-Murray-road-stardom.html) - The day Rafa Nadal set a Scottish teenager on the road to stardom

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/observer-tennis-andy-murray-15?newsfeed=true) - How the Observer discovered budding tennis star Andy Murray at the age of 15

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384243/Wimbledon-2012-Jonny-Marray-becomes-first-Briton-to-win-mens-doubles-title-for-76-years.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Jonny Marray becomes first Briton to win men's doubles title for 76 years

cazza99

07-07-2012, 21:57

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/on-court/marrays-tea-pot-tea-towels-and-wimbledon-title/) - Jonny Marray's tea pot, tea towels and Wimbledon title

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18757672)- Wimbledon 2012: How Andy Murray can beat Roger Federer

cazza99

07-07-2012, 22:18

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384074/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-calls-on-Centre-Court-crowd-to-will-him-to-title-over-Roger-Federer.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray calls on Centre Court crowd to will him to title over Roger Federer

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9383972/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-ready-to-bury-horrible-history-by-beating-Roger-Federer.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray ready to bury horrible history by beating Roger Federer

Wimbledon (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-federer-wimbledon?newsfeed=true) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray takes on Federer, himself and history

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-roger-federer-wimbledon-final)- Andy Murray to beat Roger Federer in five if Wimbledon roof is open
by Richard Krajicek

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/07/andy-murray-roger-federer-wimbledon)- Andy Murray can seize moment to achieve the implausible at Wimbledon

Mirror (http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/andy-murrays-grandparents-can-hardly-1136207) - Too nerve-racking! Andy Murray's grandparents can hardly bear to watch his Wimbledon final
piccy of Andy in a kilt when little

cazza99

07-07-2012, 22:40

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384304/Wimbledon-2012-Jonathan-Marray-reflects-on-proudest-moment-after-nearly-quitting-game.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray reflects on proudest moment after nearly quitting game

Sky Sports (http://www1.skysports.com/tennis/news/25802/7881079/Marray-out-to-inspire-Murray) - Marray out to inspire Murray

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/tennis-busted-racquet/does-roger-federer-more-pressure-him-andy-murray-222917453--ten.html)- Does Roger Federer have more pressure on him than Andy Murray?

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170352/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-arrive-quietly-tiny-VW--leave-man-world-wants-know.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Murray will arrive quietly in a tiny VW... and could leave as the man the whole world wants to know

Linda

07-07-2012, 22:59

I never knew about Fred Perry and Marlene Dietrich!

cazza99

07-07-2012, 23:02

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4416748/Murray-Ill-claim-the-court-of-King-Andy.html)- Murray: I’ll claim the court of King Andy

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4416709/Andy-Murray-ready-to-win-Wimbledon-and-net-first-Grand-Slam.html) - Andy: I can win it

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4416881/Ivan-Lendls-hush-hush-ahead-of-Andy-Murrays-Wimbledon-final.html) - IVAN LENDL has guided Andy Murray towards greatness — but still refuses to say how.

Murray’s ex-coach Brad Gilbert is hoping his former pupil reaches for the stars today. He said: “I am not making a prediction until I see what the weather is like. It changes the elements of the match.

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4416876/Roger-Federer-out-to-shoot-down-Sampras-7-title-Wimbledon-joy.html) - Federer guns for Pistol Pete’s 7

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-07/201207071341701127376.html?promo=rss) - Follow all the build-up to the Gentlemen's Singles Final between Roger Federer and Andy Murray

cazza99

07-07-2012, 23:21

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/final-that-comes-with-a-grudge-7922435.html) - Final that comes with a grudge

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/time-gentlemen-please-its-1938-and-bunny-is-the-great-british-hope-7922336.html)- Time, Gentlemen please! It's 1938, and Bunny is the great British hope

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/news/people/profiles/roger-federer-hero-or-villain-7922337.html) - Roger Federer: Hero or Villain?

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/lendls-chance-to-lay-his-own-ghost-in-sw19-7922433.html) - Lendl's chance to lay his own ghost in SW19

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/a-win-could-make-him-highestpaid-sportsman-7922540.html) - A win could make him highest-paid sportsman

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/you-cant-hurry-a-murray-but-it-has-been-76-years-7922335.html)- You can't hurry a Murray, but it has been 76 years

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/nick-bollettieris-wimbledon-files-your-man-andy-must-come-out-guns-blazing-7922432.html) - Nick Bollettieri's Wimbledon Files: Your man Andy must come out guns blazing

I know we can't often trust that British weather and if there's rain about and they close the roof, I think that will favour Roger. It will mean more bounce and nice calm conditions, with no wind for the ball toss. The toss is important and Roger's is perfect, not too high, not too low. Federer will not give away two sets to Andy like Tsonga did. But I'm thinking that the longer he can stay in the match, and with the crowd behind him, the more chance Andy has.

Both are striking the ball so, so well and both have all the tools you need to succeed in the game. The difference is that Federer has been here before and Andy has not. But what an incentive for your boy. If he never wins another Slam, people would remember him for this one. And when you've shown the world you can win one, you gain a lot of respect, from opponents too, and you say to yourself, "I've been there, baby, I can do it". I would have to say Federer has the advantage with all his experience. What Andy must do is come out all guns blazing right from the start – and then who knows?

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-the-new-perry-7922436.html) - Murray: the new Perry?

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/the-last-word-winners-dont-make-ideal-sonsinlaw-7922459.html) - The Last Word: Winners don't make ideal sons-in-law

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/marray-sets-historic-tone-with-unlikely-doubles-title-7922504.html) - Marray sets historic tone with unlikely doubles title

Independent - (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-shrugs-off-weight-of-history-7922434.html) Murray shrugs off weight of history

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/everyone-for-tennis-uk-grinds-to-halt-as-murray-seeks-glory-7922541.html)- Everyone for tennis! UK grinds to halt as Murray seeks glory

cazza99

07-07-2012, 23:30

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/opinion/commentators/lucy-cavendish-the-emperors-new-clothes-080712-7922364.html)- Lucy Cavendish: The Emperor's New Clothes (08/07/12)

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/scotland/defeat-for-andy-murray-would-leave-oxfam-quids-in-1-2399170)- Defeat for Andy Murray would leave Oxfam quids

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/scotland/day-of-destiny-in-dunblane-the-home-of-andy-murray-mania-1-2399179) - Day of destiny in Dunblane the home of Andy Murray Mania

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4417077/Andy-Murray-is-urged-by-Alex-Ferguson-to-make-all-Britain-smile.html) - Make us all smile Andy

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/opinion/comment/leader-true-scot-and-great-briton-1-2399220) - Leader: True Scot and great Briton

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/opinion/comment/drumlanrig-two-for-one-as-murray-holds-wimbledon-court-1-2399225)- Drumlanrig: Two for one as Murray holds Wimbledon court

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170356/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murrays-father-Will-bringing-boys-alone.html)- Murray's dad Will: I'm so proud. I'll be calm on top... but I'll be welling up inside

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/wimbledon-andy-murray-s-time-is-now-1-2399601) - Wimbledon: Andy Murray’s time is now

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/tim-henman-andy-murray-has-what-it-takes-to-win-today-1-2399612) - Tim Henman: Andy Murray has what it takes to win today

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/wimbledon-andy-murray-in-the-zone-1-2399607) - Wimbledon: Andy Murray in the zone

Scotland on Sunday (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/wimbledon-roger-federer-is-back-at-his-dangerous-best-1-2399614)- Wimbledon: Roger Federer is back at his dangerous best

cazza99

07-07-2012, 23:36

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/wimbledon/news/wimbledon-final-preview-murray-vs-federer_33617.html)- Wimbledon final preview: Andy Murray vs. Roger Federer

Los Angeles Times (http://www.latimes.com/sports/tennis/la-sp-wimbledon-men-20120708,0,5821305.stor) - Pressure is on both Roger Federer, Andy Murray in Wimbledon final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384338/An-omen-for-Andy-Murray-Jonny-Marray-becomes-Britains-first-Wimbledon-mens-doubles-champion-in-76-years.html) - An omen for Andy Murray? Jonny Marray becomes Britain's first Wimbledon men's doubles champion in 76 years

ESPN Star (http://www.espnstar.com/tennis/wimbledon/news/detail/item824820/Wade-backs-Murray-to-come-good/) - Wade backs Murray to come good

CNN (http://aggbot.com/Headline-News/article/17265732) - Murray and Federer carry weight of expectation into Wimbledon final

-J-

07-07-2012, 23:39

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/final-that-comes-with-a-grudge-7922435.html) - Final that comes with a grudge

Perhaps more than any other player of recent times, Murray has regularly got under Federer's skin. The 16-times Grand Slam champion may have beaten the Scot in all six of their finals, but overall Murray has the edge, having won eight of their 15 encounters.quality journalism:rolleyes:

cazza99

07-07-2012, 23:47

quality journalism:rolleyes:

Hmmmmm. Andy has beaten Fed in 2 masters finals - http://www.atpworldtour.com/Players/Head-To-Head.aspx?pId=MC10&oId=F324. Youd have thought they wuold have got that right as they have had a day to write it.

-J-

07-07-2012, 23:50

Hmmmmm. Andy has beaten Fed in 2 masters - http://www.atpworldtour.com/Players/Head-To-Head.aspx?pId=MC10&oId=F324. Youd have thought they wuold have got that right as they have had a day to write it.scandalous really

Hawkeye

08-07-2012, 00:03

I felt moved to comment.

-J-

08-07-2012, 06:36

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18755705) - Andy Murray Wimbledon column: I'm ready for the final hurdle

-J-

08-07-2012, 09:57

hope Andy dosntnip into WHsmiths for a packet of mints today
http://d3j5vwomefv46c.cloudfront.net/photos/large/613548051.jpg?key=1024768&Expires=1341742064&Key-Pair-Id=APKAIYVGSUJFNRFZBBTA&Signature=1oFPeytBSAaw0o~tZzQRDgRdUYHnmbVbgjVtnZEq-XTppN0rheaOK74Otb3MJ~ELOEwjC3YOzCOew40j7~JCTfJ4uVF 3FrSVceCpxbrvatR4ktjhWpwvrmcTRm3RV0f4orGBl1HruHPTT-br~7mW-PkUoiKkmuHClCp4ZwRBlg0_

:eek:

cazza99

08-07-2012, 10:03

Telegraph (Andy Murray: will we ever learn to love him?)- Andy Murray: will we ever learn to love him?
When Andy Murray plays in the Wimbledon men’s final today, it will be his best chance to win over those who have struggled to support him, says his biographer

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/tomfordyce/2012/07/murray_stands_on_brink_of_hist.html) - Murray stands on brink of history
blog by Tom Fordyce

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18750466)- Shuker & Whiley into Wimbledon final to secure British first

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18757207)- Wimbledon 2012: Britain awaits Andy Murray v Roger Federer

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18755884)- Wimbledon 2012: Murray can beat Federer - Tim Henman
video

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis-news/2012/07/08/wimbledon-2012-legend-bunny-austin-would-have-loved-to-see-andy-murray-s-final-shot-says-son-86908-23905952/) - Wimbledon 2012: Wimbledon legend Bunny Austin would have loved to see Andy Murray's final shot, says son

Fox Sports (http://www.foxsports.com.au/tennis/roger-federer-confident-he-can-claim-seventh-wimbledon-crown-against-hometown-hero-andy-murray/story-e6frf4mu-1226420434912) - Roger Federer confident he can claim seventh Wimbledon crown against hometown hero Andy Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170416/Wimbledon-2012-Sir-Alex-Ferguson-backs-Andy-Murray.html)- You've Scot what it takes! Fergie backs Murray to be crowned Wimbledon king

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18758694) - Wimbledon final: Weather fails to deter Andy Murray fans
video

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/109858-murray-promises-ill-fight-my-absolute-heart-out-ahead-of-wimbledon-final/) - Murray promises 'I'll fight my absolute heart out' ahead of Wimbledon final

There are a lot more to post from last night - will do so in a while.

Madeline

08-07-2012, 10:18

It would take me 3 years to read through that lot. . . (I don't just mean the last post, but all of the articles posted since Friday!)

-J-

08-07-2012, 10:26

bbc video clip (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18758693) Wimbledon final: No 10 raises Scottish flag for Andy Murray

cazza99

08-07-2012, 10:35

Miles Mclagen on the Sky Wimbledon report now - until 12.00. Sky channel 405

I've been enoying the Sky Wimbledon reports this week. Often they have had Mark Petchey on the 9.30 one and Miles on the 11.30 one, and Barry Cowan on the 10.30 one. They have also had Ross Hutchins on a lot, Arvind Palmer etc.

cazza99

08-07-2012, 10:37

It would take me 3 years to read through that lot. . . (I don't just mean the last post, but all of the articles posted since Friday!)

You can work out which ones to read a little bit, for eg you may have a favourite paper, or just look at the BBC ones. And if an article has been by a tennis play or coach eg Brad Gilbert I have mentioned it.

Fina

08-07-2012, 10:46

Found the article on Bunny Austin in the Scottish Daily Record really interesting.
Just think, in 74 years there may be a similar article about oor Andy :)

cazza99

08-07-2012, 11:23

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384551/Andy-Murray-at-Wimbledon-2012-Delayed-trains-queues-and-drizzle-make-for-a-truly-British-final.html) - Andy Murray at Wimbledon 2012: Delayed trains, queues and drizzle make for a truly British final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384539/The-Duchess-of-Cambridge-and-Pippa-Middleton-cheer-Murray-on.html) - The Duchess of Cambridge and Pippa Middleton cheer Murray on

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/comment/9383387/Wimbledon-2012-Telegraph-view-Were-with-you-Andy.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Telegraph view: We’re with you, Andy

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-18759539)- Dunblane rooting for its most famous son

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/victory-worth-100m-murray-100122799.html) - Victory 'worth £100m' to Murray

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/08/wimbledon-andy-murray-roger-federer?newsfeed=true) - Wimbledon roof closed ahead of Andy Murray final against Roger Federer

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384414/Andy-Murray-at-Wimbledon-1938-and-all-that.html) - Andy Murray at Wimbledon: 1938 and all that

Sports Mole (http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/tennis/wimbledon/news/mcenroe-murray-is-under-too-much-pressure_33645.html)- John McEnroe: 'Andy Murray is under too much pressure'

STV (http://entertainment.stv.tv/tv/309896-andy-murray-to-propose-on-centre-court/)- Andy Murray to propose on Centre Court?

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/08/sporting-legends-tell-wimbledon-hopeful-andy-murray-he-can-become-greatest-scot-86908-23905906/)- Sporting legends tell Wimbledon hopeful Andy Murray he can become greatest Scot

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/08/andy-murray-s-proud-gran-says-she-won-t-be-able-to-watch-wimbledon-final-86908-23905899/) - Andy Murray's proud gran says she won't be able to watch Wimbledon final

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/tennis-news/2012/07/08/wimbledon-2012-i-wasn-t-ready-for-my-first-grand-slam-final-with-roger-federer-but-this-time-i-m-fired-up-for-glory-says-andy-murray-86908-23905835/)- Wimbledon 2012: I wasn't ready for my first Grand Slam final with Roger Federer but this time I'm fired up for glory, says Andy Murray

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/a-win-could-make-andy-murray-highestpaid-sportsman-7922540.html)- A win could make Andy Murray highest-paid sportsman

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/08/wimbledon-superstar-andy-murray-reveals-secret-weapon-as-nation-holds-breath-before-showdown-86908-23905841/) - Wimbledon superstar Andy Murray reveals secret weapon as nation holds breath before showdown

si.com (http://tennis.si.com/2012/07/07/roger-federer-andy-murray-wimbledon-2012/) - Roger Federer, Andy Murray set for historic Wimbledon final
Beyond the Baseline

Herald Scotland (http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/home-news/when-hes-focused-he-can-destroy.18084644) - 'When he's focused he can destroy'

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/9384338/An-omen-for-Andy-Murray-Jonny-Marray-becomes-Britains-first-Wimbledon-mens-doubles-champion-for-76-years.html) - An omen for Andy Murray? Jonny Marray becomes Britain's first Wimbledon men's doubles champion for 76 years

Mirror (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon-2012-andy-murrays-proved-1136406)- McEnroe: Murray’s proved me so wrong

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/wimbledon-marray-paves-way-for-murray-with-a-british-win-in-the-final-1-2399660) - Wimbledon: Marray paves way for Murray with a British win in the final

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4417034/Andy-Murray-has-a-simple-recipe-for-Wimbledon-final-glory-a-bowl-of-porridge.html) - Andy gets his oats before big final

Scotland on Sunday - (http://www.scotsman.com/scotland-on-sunday/sport/other-sports/court-queen-virginia-wade-wants-to-see-new-king-take-her-crown-1-2399664) Court queen Virginia Wade wants to see new king take her crown

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4416815/Andy-Murray-must-do-all-this-says-Mats-Wilander.html)- How Andy can beat Roger

Wales online (http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-news/2012/07/08/welsh-star-evan-hoyt-has-practiced-with-andy-murray-and-roger-federer-this-week-91466-31347080/) - Welsh star Evan Hoyt has trained with Andy Murray and Roger Federer at Wimbledon

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170455/Andy-Murray-Wimbledon-final-Roger-Federer.html)- Anticipation builds at Wimbledon ahead of Murray's date with destiny

cazza99

08-07-2012, 11:30

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384479/Wimbledon-2012-Kim-Sears-Andy-Murrays-pet-painting-girlfriend.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Kim Sears, Andy Murray's pet-painting girlfriend

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384447/Archbishop-of-York-prays-for-Andy-Murray-to-win-Wimbledon.html)- Archbishop of York prays for Andy Murray to win Wimbledon

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/picturegalleries/9384584/Fans-arrive-in-SW19-for-Andy-Murray-in-mens-Wimbledon-final-with-Roger-Federer-in-pictures.html?frame=2270698) - Fans arrive in SW19 for Andy Murray in men's Wimbledon final with Roger Federer: in pictures

cazza99

08-07-2012, 11:30

This has been posted earlier but is quite interesting as it is written by Andy's biographer, Sue Mott

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9383361/Andy-Murray-will-we-ever-learn-to-love-him.html)- Andy Murray: will we ever learn to love him?

cazza99

08-07-2012, 11:36

A selection of tweets in the last 2-3 hours, most recent first

Mike Dickson ‏@Mike_Dickson_DM

Blue sky starting to appear at Wimbledon, but roof/no roof in balance. Start open, finish closed most likely.

judy murray ‏@judmoo

Loving this banner at Dunblane Tennis Club.....where it all started :) x http://pic.twitter.com/g5eoPvL6

Brad Gilbert ‏@bgtennisnation

T-85 mins till match and can you believe the roof is closed but they will make a final call at 1ish based on lastest weather ?

Alexandra Willis ‏@alex_willis

#readytorumble http://lockerz.com/s/223292603

Stuart Fraser ‏@stu_fraser

The view from roof where I just enjoyed a short stint on the excellent LiveAtWimbledon. Henman Hill already heaving!!

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

People are sitting on soaking wet, uncovered concrete, to watch a big screen. Respect. http://pic.twitter.com/i0H2NO9S

thetennisspace ‏@thetennisspace

According to analysis by IBM, Andy Murray's greatest support on Twitter in the UK comes from outside Scotland.

ATP World Tour ‏@ATPWorldTour

Spot the #Federer fans! Should be a great atmosphere on #MurrayMount today! #atp #tennis #wimbledon http://twitpic.com/a5bv91

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Henman Hill in the rain ahead of the final. http://pic.twitter.com/2DNskSP6

Wimbledon ‏@Wimbledon

This guy knows where his allegiances lie today! #Wimbledon #Murray http://pic.twitter.com/9UyVR3QH

British Tennis ‏@BritishTennis

These guys are ready to cheer on #Murray are you? #mybritishtennis http://twitpic.com/a5bo44

British Tennis ‏@BritishTennis

Here's Andy Murray on the #Wimbledon practice courts hitting with @Oli_Golding. Less than two hours to go. Excited yet? http://lockerz.com/s/223287322

ATP World Tour ‏@ATPWorldTour

Dressed for the weather and their man! Smart @andy_murray supporters at @Wimbledon this morning. #atp #tennis http://twitpic.com/a5bho6

Wimbledon ‏@Wimbledon

Anyone baking #TennisCakes? RT @asleepindublin: up early baking a Wimbledon Celebration Cake in honour of Andy Murray http://pic.twitter.com/nyWzL8ao

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Specks of rain in the air. Very blustery conditions. Nippy. Lendl gently taking the **** out of Golding, as he does with everyone.

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

#Murray to practise with Oli Golding. Great opportunity for him to sample all of this. Lendl wearing sunglasses, under dark overcast sky.

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Absolutely massive cheer for Andy #Murray as he emerges from locker room to practise 40 minutes later than planned because of rain.

Jonathan Overend ‏@5livetennis

For all those asking, 5 Live's commentary will be available on Red Button but only after 230pm.

Mike Dickson ‏@Mike_Dickson_DM

Interesting issue today is crowd support. Federer arguably the most revered overseas athlete in UK, nowhere more so than at SW19.

Wimbledon ‏@Wimbledon
PA system pumping out 'Why Does it Always Rain on Me' by Travis as the sun starts to come out. #irony #Wimbledon

British Tennis ‏@BritishTennis

If you aren't @Wimbledon come & watch the tennis on the big screen at #allplaypark in #Clapham or any of these venues: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bigscreens/locations/?source_url=/bigscreens/locations

C Note ‏@FortyDeuceTwits

Lady Gaga's Edge of Glory is playing on the grounds. Everyone needs to flippin' stop.

thetennisspace ‏@thetennisspace

The Beckhams, the Prime Minister and Kate and Pippa will be in the Royal Box today. Oh, and Nick Clegg.

Mike Dickson ‏@Mike_Dickson_DM

Massive Royal Box line-up today incl. Kate and Pippa, Prime Minister. Deputy PM, Posh and Becks. No pressure then Andy...

judy murray ‏@judmoo

What to wear? Decisions, decisions. Where's Trinny n Susannah when u need them?

Elena ‏@ElenaBaltacha

http://twitpic.com/a5asev

Pat Cash ‏@TheRealPatCash

Who do you think will win? 50 -50 for me but 55/45 in favour of Fed if roof is closed, forecast not good for 2pm

Chris Goldsmith ‏@TheTennisTalker

Wonder if we will have a streaker on Centre Court this afternoon?

Chris Goldsmith ‏@TheTennisTalker

Sport of the summer and Andy Murray has given more excitement than the whole England Football squad.

Fina

08-07-2012, 11:37

The media attention rolls on... [not sure if it's already been mentioned] -EDIT sorry cazza just seen it in your list above.
The Archbishop of York has composed a prayer for Andy: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9384447/Archbishop-of-York-prays-for-Andy-Murray-to-win-Wimbledon.html

Puts me in mind of that excellent hoarding put up outside a Wimbledon Church some years ago - "Win or lose Andy, God loves you anyway."

cazza99

08-07-2012, 12:16

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/tracy-austin-the-pressure-is-on-roger/) - Tracy Austin exclusive: The pressure is on Federer

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/on-court/the-making-of-andy-murray/) - The making of Andy Murray

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/hingis-column-murray-wont-be-thinking-about-history/)- Murray won't be thinking about history

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/08/wimbledon-mens-final-andy-murray) - Wimbledon men's final: hopes for a British victory soar on 'Murray Mound'

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9384704/Andy-Murray-at-Wimbledon-Dunblane-the-proudest-town-in-Britain.html) - Andy Murray at Wimbledon: Dunblane, the proudest town in Britain

cazza99

08-07-2012, 12:18

A few more tweets - latest first

Beyond The Baseline ‏@SI_BTBaseline

Roger Federer warmed up indoors with Fabrice Santoro. Murray warmed up outside at Aorangi. #wimbledon

Wimbledon ‏@Wimbledon

Spotted: @judmoo in #Wimbledon Village. Cars honking her as they went by. Walking along, alone, big smile. As if she hadn't a care in world.

Wimbledon ‏@Wimbledon

The sun is out at #Wimbledon and the covers are coming off! http://twitpic.com/a5c521

Beyond The Baseline ‏@SI_BTBaseline

Kate and Pippa, Posh and Becks, Andy and Roger. An hour away and the grounds are buzzing and bathed in sunlight, if you can believe it.

cazza99

08-07-2012, 12:38

Jonathan Overend ‏@5livetennis

Now covers off. Blue sky. 20 minutes and counting... @bbc5live

judy murray ‏@judmoo

Cuddle from Jonathan Ross. Like that's going to calm me down??? :)

Helen Parish ‏@Helen_Parish

Whyyyy have they just opened the roof while it's raining?! Umbrella up, waterproof on. On the plus side, seen loads of famous people so far!

Mike Dickson Mike Dickson ‏@Mike_Dickson_DM

Roof open but it's starting to rain darnit

Craig Gabriel ‏@crosscourt1

Band on Centre Court was playing New York New York ... us open open was also wet but no roof so didn't finish on time. Wimby to finish today

judy murray ‏@judmoo

Oooh look who's here...:) http://pic.twitter.com/F9GOEbwY

Helen Parish ‏@Helen_Parish

Taken my seat on Centre Court, ready for the final! FRONT ROW- who's jealous?! ;) http://pic.twitter.com/w5kuZVYi

cazza99

08-07-2012, 12:47

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18759104)- Wimbledon 2012: Jonathan Marray thought win was a dream

Guardian (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17268907)- Wimbledon 2012 men's final: the Royal Box line-up

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2170474/Come-Andy-Millions-cheer-Murray-bids-British-Wimbledon-champion-76-years.html)- Come on Andy: Millions cheer on Murray as he bids to become Wimbledon's first British men's singles champion in 76 years

cazza99

08-07-2012, 13:25

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9384833/Judy-Murray-the-mother-of-British-tennis.html) - Judy Murray, the mother of British tennis

cazza99

08-07-2012, 14:03

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17269150)- Wimbledon 2012: Andre Agassi pens a letter to Andy Murray
video

BBC (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17269150)- Andy Murray looks back on his career ahead of Wimbledon final
video

cazza99

08-07-2012, 14:26

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Tennis-News/article/17269246) - Wimbledon 2012: Sir Richard Branson turned down the chance to sponsor Andy Murray

cazza99

08-07-2012, 15:17

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Headline-News/article/17269522)- David Cameron: playing at Wimbledon is more difficult than being in Government

cazza99

08-07-2012, 15:47

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4417875/Its-Pip-Pip-hooray-as-Kate-and-sis-cheer-on-Murray.html)- It’s Pip Pip hooray as Kate and sis cheer on Murray

cazza99

08-07-2012, 16:09

Yahoo (http://uk.omg.yahoo.com/gossip/the-juice/andy-murray-crushing-over-girlfriend-kim-sears-153908019.html)- Andy Murray, we’re crushing over your girlfriend Kim Sears

cazza99

08-07-2012, 17:09

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17270026)- Wimbledon 2012: Fans keep faith in Murray

Telegraph (http://aggbot.com/Sport-News/article/17270025) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray vs Roger Federer - the best tweets so far

cazza99

08-07-2012, 18:55

I've heard that Andy is to be on 5live after the match. Not sure if this is too late.

cazza99

08-07-2012, 19:33

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/off-court/murrays-grandmother-i-gave-andy-a-big-hug/)- Murray's grandmother: "I gave Andy a big hug"

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18763753) - Andy Murray: Wimbledon final defeat Twitter reaction

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18757207)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray beaten by Roger Federer in

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18763335) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's tears in defeat
video

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/159540.html) - Murray shows his killer instinct in Centre Court cauldron

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/08/andy-murray-wimbledon-crowd-2012?newsfeed=true)- Andy Murray gets closer to the affections of Wimbledon crowd

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-18763293) - Dunblane watches Murray in nailbiting Wimbledon final

AFP (http://www.google.com/hostednews/afp/article/ALeqM5jAOHTzIcnRVm46zlEJCiZtrNQUjg?docId=CNG.3442a 2ff2f62756897290468fcaf82d2.491) - Federer v Murray, the Twitter final

Yahoo (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/murray-hits-roof-over-covered-centre-court-183648718--ten.html)- Murray hits roof over covered Centre Court

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/editors-choice/2012/07/08/wimbledon-2012-andy-murray-will-always-be-a-hero-in-our-hearts-says-fans-from-hometown-dunblane-86908-23906183/)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray will always be a hero in our hearts, says fans from hometown Dunblane

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9385393/Murray-at-Wimbledon-Pain-and-pride-for-Andys-Dunblane-Army.html) - Murray at Wimbledon: Pain and pride for Andy's Dunblane Army

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385370/Wimbledon-2012-if-you-didnt-support-the-Brit-you-arent-British.html) - Wimbledon 2012: if you didn't support the Brit, you aren't British

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9385328/Wimbledon-2012-Judy-Murray-the-toughest-mother-in-tennis.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Judy Murray, the toughest mother in tennis

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385195/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-cant-hold-back-the-tears-as-title-dream-is-dashed-by-Roger-Federer.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray can't hold back the tears as title dream is dashed by Roger Federer

Hearald Scotland (http://www.heraldscotland.com/news/home-news/how-andy-murray-lostbut-won-the-nations-hearts.1341775322)- How Andy Murray lost...but won the nation's hearts

Fina

08-07-2012, 19:35

The transcript of Andy's presser http://freedomtennis.wordpress.com/2012/07/08/andy-murray-july-08-2012/

RoastLamb

08-07-2012, 19:37

Lovely article from the Scottish Daily Record.

cazza99

08-07-2012, 20:15

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/federers-coach-i-never-listened-to-the-doubters/) - Federer's Coach: "I never listened to the doubters"

Annacone on whether Murray is getting closer to winning a first slam: “Absolutely he’s getting closer. Look at the matches he’s lost. Look at the match he played against Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals of this year’s Australian Open. He’s right there. Losing is no fun. Andy is an unbelievably competitive kid. He’s a perfectionist. He doesn’t like to lose. He’s going to keep working hard. If he keeps on playing, opportunities will keep on presenting themselves and he will be holding a slam trophy very soon. There’s no rush for Andy. He’s losing slam finals, but so what. He’s getting to slam finals. He’s right there. That’s no magic pill. Just keep putting yourself in that situation and you’ll break through eventually.”

RFS

08-07-2012, 20:28

My last piece for Tennis Panorama News (http://www.tennispanorama.com/archives/28235)

cazza99

08-07-2012, 20:37

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18760491?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter) - Wimbledon 2012: Murray reflects on defeat
video - BBC post match interview

HoopGirl

08-07-2012, 20:47

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18760491?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter) - Wimbledon 2012: Murray reflects on defeat
video - BBC post match interview

What a lovely interview - beautiful! Thank you Andy

cazza99

08-07-2012, 21:05

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18764281) - Wimbledon: Andy Murray v Roger Federer: Tim Henman's view

cazza99

08-07-2012, 21:23

Fox Sports (http://msn.foxsports.com/tennis/story/roger-federer-beats-andy-murray-wimbledon-final-but-valiant-effort-from-scot-wins-over-great-britain-070812) - Murray shows heart vs. stellar Federer

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385609/Wimbledon-2012-bedraggled-Andy-Murray-fans-left-unbowed-by-wrong-result-and-heavy-rain.html)- Wimbledon 2012: bedraggled Andy Murray fans left unbowed by wrong result and heavy rain

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/08/andy-murray-wimbledon-roger-federer)- Andy Murray is already a champion even without a Wimbledon crown

Los Angelese Times (http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/world_now/2012/07/britons-are-heartbroken-but-defiant-at-andy-murrays-heroic-wimbledon-defeat.html)- Britain heartbroken at Andy Murray's Wimbledon defeat

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1251260-wimbledon-2012-andy-murrays-loss-will-make-him-better-than-ever)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's Loss Will Make Him Better Than Ever

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170568/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-insists-hes-getting-closer.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - It's tough, but I didn't give it away stupidly, says gallant loser Murray

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18764180) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray says Federer 'one of greatest'

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/08/wimbledon-roger-federer-andy-murray?newsfeed=true)- Wimbledon 2012: Roger Federer backs Andy Murray to win major titles

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/long-suffering-brits-endure-wimbledon-heartache-194327386.html) - Long-suffering Brits endure more Wimbledon heartache

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/08/murray-fans-tears?newsfeed=true)- Andy Murray: the fans' tears

Sky News (http://news.sky.com/story/957711/tennis-stars-hometown-hails-its-hero)- Tennis Star's Hometown Hails Its 'Hero'

Chris83

08-07-2012, 21:57

Cazza you deserve a medal, a star and a damehood for trawling through all these articles on what is a tough day for us Murray lovers. I can't bear to even turn my phone on or visit any media site and i've avoided the tv as well. hopefully i will have cheered up tomorrow but i doubt it.

-J-

08-07-2012, 21:59

cazza99

08-07-2012, 22:04

cazza99

08-07-2012, 22:10

Wimbledon (Lendl will ensure Murray comes back stronger) - Lendl will ensure Murray comes back stronger

Wimbledon (http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/news/articles/2012-07-08/201207081341766565043.html) - Federer fails at being villain of the piece

Tennis World (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Andy-Murrays-father-Will-Murray-urges-his-son-to-win-the-Wimbledon-final-articolo4781.html)- Andy Murray´s father Will Murray urges his son to win the Wimbledon final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385631/Wimbledon-2012-Ivan-Lendl-is-hardening-Andy-Murrays-mindset-and-he-will-now-go-from-strength-to-strength.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Ivan Lendl is hardening Andy Murray's mindset and he will now go from strength to strength

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/tennis/4418116/Wimbledon-chiefs-need-to-make-it-Muzz-swell-hill.html)- Muzz swell hill

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385695/Wimbledon-2012-LTA-hopes-for-feel-good-factor-boost-after-Andy-Murrays-run-to-the-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: LTA hopes for feel-good factor boost after Andy Murray's run to the final

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170656/Wimbledon-2012-Martin-Samuel--Andy-Murray-lost-master-universe.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Murray lost to a master of the universe, the tennis equivalent of Pele or Ali...

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385194/Wimbledon-2012-brave-Andy-Murray-succumbs-to-brilliance-of-Roger-Federer-in-mens-final.html) - Wimbledon 2012: brave Andy Murray succumbs to brilliance of Roger Federer in men's final

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385686/Wimbledon-2012-Tearful-Andy-Murray-loses-on-court-but-wins-the-nations-heart.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Tearful Andy Murray loses on court, but wins the nation’s heart

Fina

09-07-2012, 00:15

Any comments from Lendl? I was hoping there'd be some indication of his viewpoint [maybe] but haven't come across anything yet.

jaysee

09-07-2012, 08:49

Fina

09-07-2012, 09:20

Miles' take on things: http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/maclagan-the-next-few-days-will-be-difficult-for-andy/

pabbers

09-07-2012, 09:30

Really not liking the one about Fed failing to be the villain of the piece.........sounds like veiled criticism of Andy and those who claim Fed is not as humble as his image has been painted. Shame on you Wimbledon!

cazza99

09-07-2012, 09:49

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/davidbond/2012/07/murrays_wimbledon_final_defeat.html) - Murray's Wimbledon final defeat only the beginning
David Bond blog

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2170698/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-miserable-git-No-just-Scottish.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- JAN MOIR: A miserable git? No, just Scottish. We're like that...

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18764180)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray says Federer 'one of greatest'

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/tomfordyce/2012/07/murray_loses_final_but_wins_br.html) - Murray loses final but wins British hearts
Tom Fordyce blog

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18760487)- Wimbledon 2012: Funny moments from week two at SW19

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Where was the Wimbledon final won and lost? Will #Murray win one? And did we cry with him? All covered in Episode 6: http://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-tennis-podcast/id530971441

ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/05/Features/Brain-Game-Federer-Nets-Wimbledon-Title.aspx) - Brain Game: Federer Retakes The Net

cazza99

09-07-2012, 10:08

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385564/Wimbledon-2012-its-vital-Andy-Murray-learns-lessons-from-mens-final-defeat-against-Roger-Federer.html) - Wimbledon 2012: it's vital Andy Murray learns lessons from men's final defeat against Roger Federer
by Boris Becker

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9386094/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-should-be-proud-of-himself-after-defeat-to-Roger-Federer.html)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray 'should be proud of himself' after defeat to Roger Federer
Crowd members including Boris Johnson, Rupert Murdoch and Ronnie Wood get behind Andy Murray after his emotional Wimbledon final loss to Roger Federer.
video

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9385699/Wimbledon-2012-how-Andy-Murrays-coach-Ivan-Lendl-lost-four-grand-slam-finals-before-winning-his-first.html) - Wimbledon 2012: how Andy Murray's coach Ivan Lendl lost four grand slam finals before winning his first

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/08/andy-murray-lost-roger-federer)- Five reasons Andy Murray lost to Roger Federer

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/global/blog/2012/jul/08/andy-murray-roger-federer-wimbledon)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray's defeat by Roger Federer will spur him on

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/09/andy-murray-wimbledon-champion-fred-perry) - Andy Murray can learn from the 1936 Wimbledon champion Fred Perry

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/theguardian/2012/jul/09/archive-1934-wimbledon-british-win)- From the archive, 9 July 1934: Great Britain's Wimbledon

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/greenslade/2012/jul/09/andymurray-national-newspapers1)- Love all - what the papers say about Andy Murray and his nemesis

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/james-lawton-history-wasnt-against-him-unfortunately-federer-was-7923530.html) - James Lawton: History wasn't against him. Unfortunately, Federer was…

cazza99

09-07-2012, 10:10

Sky Sports (http://www.skysports.com/video/inline/0,,20699_7883302,00.html) - Petchey: The best man won
video - 6 minutes

A good interview with Petch

cazza99

09-07-2012, 10:16

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18764281?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter)- Andy Murray v Roger Federer: Pundits have their say on final
comments form Tim Henman, Richard Krajicek, and Jonathan Overend

cazza99

09-07-2012, 10:26

Steveg tennis (http://www.stevegtennis.com/2012/07/how-roger-federer-won-wimbledon-2012/) - How Roger Federer Won Wimbledon 2012

cazza99

09-07-2012, 10:30

Andy has written another blog. This and all of his other Wimbledon blogs can be found here - http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?1124-Andy-s-Wimbledon-Blogs

Gary D

09-07-2012, 11:06

There was a great piece interviewing Sue Mott (Andy's biographer) as the tailpiece on the Today programme just before 9am. It's not up on iPlayer yet but should be here (http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/radio/bbc_radio_four/20120709) soon, about 2hr55min into the programme.

Sue Mott is extremely nice about him....when she's allowed to finish by James Naughtie....I was amazed by his interruptions. :confused:

cazza99

09-07-2012, 12:27

Deadline (http://www.deadline.com/2012/07/wimbledon-final-serves-up-ratings-win-for-bbc-despite-andy-murrays-loss/) - Wimbledon Final Serves Up Ratings Win For BBC Despite Andy Murray’s Loss

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/what-now-for-andy-murray/) - What now for Andy Murray?

cazza99

09-07-2012, 12:50

Sky News (http://news.sky.com/story/957952/murrays-tears-in-defeat-are-worth-millions)- Murray's Tears In Defeat Are Worth Millions

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18771123) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray must be positive - Boris Becker

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2170921/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-aims-Olympic-gold-help-pain-Roger-Federer-loss.html)- Murray going for Olympic gold to help ease pain of Wimbledon final defeat to Federer

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2170917/Wimbledon-2012-17-million-Britons-tuned-share-Andy-Murrays-tears-Federer-heroic-Wimbledon-battle.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - 17 million Britons tuned in to share Andy Murray's tears of defeat against Federer… that's the highest figure for a final for 22 years

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2170910/Battle-blow-dries-Murrays-girl-takes-style-crown-salon-requests-The-Kim-far-outnumber-The-Kate.html)- Battle of the blow dries: Murray's girl takes style crown as salon requests for ‘The Kim’ far outnumber 'The Kate'

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18766965) - Wimbledon 2012: Roger Federer on beating Andy Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2170474/Wimbledon-2012-Kate-Middleton-15m-Britons-Andy-Murrays-heroic-final-defeat.html) - Don't cry girls, he did us proud: Tearful Kate, Kim and 15million Britons see Andy Murray's heroic Wimbledon final defeat to Federer
includes lots of pictures

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/wimbledon/exclusive-andy-murray-vows-to-rise-again-after-wimbledon-final-agony-7924459.html)- Exclusive: Andy Murray vows to rise again after Wimbledon final agony

Gary D

09-07-2012, 13:07

[QUOTE=cazza99;82531ATP (http://www.atpworldtour.com/News/Tennis/2012/05/Features/Brain-Game-Federer-Nets-Wimbledon-Title.aspx) - Brain Game: Federer Retakes The Net[/QUOTE]

This one's very interesting.....wonder if Murray/Lendl expected these tactics. It would be interesting to see stats before/after the rain delay.

Fina

09-07-2012, 14:16

This one's very interesting.....wonder if Murray/Lendl expected these tactics. It would be interesting to see stats before/after the rain delay.

You're right Gary, that is an interesting article. Considering the number of net approaches were double in the Final as compared to his previous matches, it suggests that Murray/Lendl would not have been expecting them. And 78% is an enormous percentage. Maybe the conditions with the roof closed helped.

I would love to see Andy develop his net game more. When well executed it can certainly take the time away from the opponent and break their rhythm; whilst it must be kinder on the joints etc - how many times did Andy slip whilst racing round the court, compared to Federer? And it looks like a tactic that will aid a player to keep playing longer too.

cazza99

09-07-2012, 14:59

The stats are still there on the slam tracker. If you unclick the match summary box and keep all the set boxes clicked you get a break down of each set.
http://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/slamtracker/slamtracker.html?ts=1341845836969&ref=www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/index.html&syn=none

Fed increased his net approaches from 69-76 in the first 3 sets to 92 in the 4th set.

Gary D

09-07-2012, 15:31

I wondered if the improvement in Fed's game came as a result of discussions with Annacone during the rain break, but since his net approaches increased significantly in the 4th set, it suggests otherwise.

The deterioration in Murray's serving performance was unfortunate, & that's down to him, (& pressure from Fed) but there didn't seem to be any any improvement to his game after the break. I wonder if the discussion with Lendl was amenable?

Alis

09-07-2012, 15:50

Gary D

09-07-2012, 16:01

I think you are probably right about Annacone's advice in the rain break Gary but I think Lendl would have probably said to Andy 'more of the same' - he was doing pretty well and it was working until then. I also think that the heavy fall may have accounted in some part for the decline in Andy's first serve percentage.

You've misunderstood Alis.....the rain break was at the beginning of the 3rd.....Fed's tactic change was in the 4th. The change seemed to be Fed's idea.

Murray's fall.....perhaps.....but the ex-pro commentators didn't comment, & no medical timeout suggests otherwise....???

cazza99

09-07-2012, 16:09

From the Newport grass tournament

Tennis Panorama News ‏@TennisNewsTPN

Oh my gosh...the cutest little bunny just sprinted across the court. Lots of oohs & aahs from the crowd. A smile from Sock. #ATPNewport

maybe they should call it "Austen"

cazza99

09-07-2012, 16:11

Andy is often quiet about his injuries - we often don't hear about them until several months later, and the commies do not always pick up on them.

cazza99

09-07-2012, 16:32

BBC (http://news.bbc.co.uk/today/hi/today/newsid_9736000/9736129.stm) - Why is Andy Murray UK's only top player
BBC Radio4 Today
11 min audio

Tony Hawks, who co-founded charity Tennis for Free, points out that one must remember that Andy Murray trained in Spain so "he is not a product of the British system at all".

He told the Today programme that one of the problems with British tennis is that it "tries to train people that just haven't got the the flair that other people do... Not enough sportsmen pick up a tennis racket".

harriet

09-07-2012, 19:20

thanks cazza for all the posts. isn't the coverage great, consensus seems to be Andy lost a tennis match and won the heart of the nation. this from the guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/blog/2012/jul/08/andy-murray-wimbledon-roger-federer) today -

cazza99

09-07-2012, 21:17

The One Show featured Tony Hawks and Pat Cash. Here is the iplayer link but it is not up yet. http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01kv2cq/The_One_Show_09_07_2012/

Fina

09-07-2012, 22:22

Interesting. This article in the Guardian includes Lendl's comment to Andy after the Final http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/09/andy-murray-wimbledon-london-2012

cazza99

09-07-2012, 23:01

San Francisco Chronicle (http://www.sfgate.com/sports/jenkins/article/The-day-after-is-kind-to-Andy-Murray-3694183.php) - The day after is kind to Andy Murray

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2171122/Wimbledon-2012-Mike-Dicksons-SW19-awards.html) - SW19 awards: A crying shame for Andy but what a show it was!

10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/07/09/kristens-kourt-5-ways-andy-murray-still-won-wimbledon/) - KRISTEN’S KOURT: 5 Ways Andy Murray Still Won Wimbledon

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/debate/article-2171115/Andy-Murrays-grandfather-taught-thing-two.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Andy Murray's grandfather could have taught him a thing or two

ITV (http://www.itv.com/news/calendar/update/2012-07-09/jonathan-marrays-homecoming/)- Jonathan Marray's homecoming
video

Bleacher (Wimbledon 2012 Results: How Andy Murray Will Build Off Wimbledon Final )- Wimbledon 2012 Results: How Andy Murray Will Build Off Wimbledon Final

The Triangle (http://www.grantland.com/blog/the-triangle/post/_/id/31600/ivan-lendl-reviews-the-amazing-spider-man)- Ivan Lendl Reviews The Amazing Spider-Man

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/london-olympics-2012/sport/story/159674.html#)- Murray: Wimbledon pain will fuel Olympic push

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-18775983)- Andy Murray Wimbledon final 'watched by a third of Scots'

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2170910/Battle-blow-dries-Murrays-girl-takes-style-crown-salon-requests-The-Kim-far-outnumber-The-Kate.html) - Battle of the blow dries: Murray's girl takes style crown as salon requests for ‘The Kim’ far outnumber 'The Kate'

STV (http://entertainment.stv.tv/showbiz/309966-move-over-kate-middleton-kim-sears-heading-for-style-queen-status/)- Move over Kate Middleton: Kim Sears heading for style queen status

Australian (http://www.theaustralian.com.au/sport/tennis/cant-blame-a-guy-for-coming-second-to-the-greatest-tennis-player-of-all-time/story-fnbe6xeb-1226422005424) - Can't blame a guy for coming second to the greatest tennis player of all time
This is an article that is in the Times, reprinted for the Australian and free to view :)

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/09/andy-murray-wimbledon-media1?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray's Wimbledon adventure provokes admiration in world media

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/nick-bollettieri-now-you-can-see-why-roger-federer-is-my-alltime-no1-7923508.html) - Nick Bollettieri: Now you can see why Roger Federer is my all-time No 1

Indpendent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/murray-ponders-miami-break-before-olympic-push-7924908.html)- Andy Murray seeks the sun as he tries to solve grand slam final conundrum

harriet

10-07-2012, 10:23

thanks for these, cazza. i was far too nervous to read the posts before the game, boosting andy's chances.

Reef

10-07-2012, 11:58

cazza99

10-07-2012, 14:47

I expect this has already been mentioned but lovely article by Neil Harman in The Times (of course) today - read it in Cafe Nero but only headlines online:

http://www.thetimes.co.uk/tto/public/sport/

Thanks Reef. Unfortunately one has to pay to be able to read articles in the Times on-line.

Madeline

10-07-2012, 14:48

Behind the paywall, unfortunately. But someone posted earlier a Times article which had been reprinted elsewhere - I don't know if it's the same one.

cazza99

10-07-2012, 14:55

Behind the paywall, unfortunately. But someone posted earlier a Times article which had been reprinted elsewhere - I don't know if it's the same one.

I posted the Simon Barnes one earlier. Occasionally some of the Times articles get reprinted in The Australian or other foriegn newspapers, and you can access some of them for free, but I already looked for the one Reef psoted and could not find it.

cazza99

10-07-2012, 16:39

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18778981)- Heather Watson earns first-round win at Stanford

BBC ( Use accessible player and disable flyout menus 10 July 2012 Last updated at 14:30 16 Share Facebook Twitter print Jonny Marray hopes Wimbledon win can boost Davis Cup chances)- Jonny Marray hopes Wimbledon win can boost Davis Cup chances

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/andymurray/9388195/Wimbledon-Tough-for-Andy-Murray-so-lonely-for-Kim-Sears.html)- Wimbledon: Tough for Andy Murray, so lonely for Kim Sears

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/heats-on-to-take-final-step-but-ivan-lendl-keeps-andy-murray-cool-7932063.html) - Heat’s on to take final step but Ivan Lendl keeps Andy Murray cool

Independent - (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/james-lawton-i-used-to-have-my-doubts-over-andy-murray-not-any-more-7924909.html) James Lawton: I used to have my doubts over Andy Murray... not any more

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/tennis/trending-fortylove-to-andy-murray-in-the-crying-game-7924976.html)- Trending: Forty-love to Andy Murray in the crying game

Independent (Andy Murray ponders Miami break before Olympic push ) - Andy Murray ponders Miami break before Olympic push

Evening Standard (http://www.standard.co.uk/sport/other-sports/david-haye-i-felt-for-andy-murray-but-ill-get-him-buzzing-again-7932041.html) - David Haye: I felt for Andy Murray but I’ll get him buzzing again

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-18778792) - Murray's nightmare: Marray's dream

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/10/andy-murray-is-a-champion-in-my-eyes-insists-brother-jamie-86908-23906668/)- Andy Murray is a champion in my eyes, insists brother Jamie

Scottish Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/news/4420363/I-granny-bear-to-watch-my-Andy-lose.html)- I granny bear to watch my Andy lose

RoastLamb

10-07-2012, 17:50

Tom Tebbutt's final Wimbly blog: (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Peliwo-Wins-the-Big-One&pid=3943)

THE QUESTION IS ANSWERED

Watching the Andy Murray – Roger Federer (above relaxing during practice before Wimbledon began) final in Centre Court on Sunday, I wrote down the headline for the piece I would write on the match: one was what is above for a Federer victory, the other was “He Did It.”

The latter is self-explanatory, and the one at the top refers to the question that has been asked constantly over the last year or so to many people, including yours truly because of my involvement with tennis. It is, “can Roger Federer win another Grand Slam title.”

Like many others, I have thought that he would probably win one more – two at the outside – and that Wimbledon was the most likely place.

It happened today and I have to say my first reaction was not exactly joy because I really hoped Murray would win. Not at all that I don’t appreciate Federer, but I just wanted Murray to finally get the “not having won a Grand Slam” monkey off his back.

Listening to him during this year’s Wimbledon, I have become more and more convinced that he doesn’t have a dishonest bone in his body. While the words come out in a slow, monotone drawl, they are dead-on in terms of answering questions in an honest, direct and unfiltered manner.

As I watched the match, it seemed that he had a good chance when he won the first set and then had two games in which he had two break points in the second. But he couldn’t convert them.

Once he lost the second set, what I feared before the match might happen did happen – Federer began to free-flow, especially once the roof was closed. When he does that, whirling Roger lashes forehands with carefree abandon to parts of the court Murray cannot cover and seems to almost float and glide around, reaching shots and sending them back with ‘interest,’ as the Brits like to put it.

I have seen this before against Murray, most memorably in the 2010 Australian Open final, the last time Federer won a Grand Slam title. When his game like that – so fluid and offensive – he begins to overwhelm Murray.

If Murray had a more attacking forehand, he might be able to stay with a Federer in that kind of form. But without it, only a drop in level by Federer can allow for any chance in the match.

It did not happen and the superior Federer, feeling more and more confident, gradually dominated an opponent who is simply not quite as good as him.

It was moving to see the raw emotion from Murray at the presentation ceremony, but I truly wonder if he will ever win a Slam. There are not only Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal installed ahead of him. But at age 25, there could be guys like Milos Raonic, Bernard Tomic and others coming up from behind.

And some interesting stuff about our Cdn juniors. Eugenie Bouchard is a contemporary of Laura Robson and they are friends, so much so she stayed with Laura's family during Wimbly and app. she's dating a British junior (but I don't know who it is).

Sallydaisy

10-07-2012, 18:10

Tom Tebbutt's final Wimbly blog: (http://www.tenniscanada.com/index.php?title=Tebbutt:-Peliwo-Wins-the-Big-One&pid=3943)

And some interesting stuff about our Cdn juniors. Eugenie Bouchard is a contemporary of Laura Robson and they are friends, so much so she stayed with Laura's family during Wimbly and app. she's dating a British junior (but I don't know who it is).
Off topic but another Canadian appears to have righted the ship in his match in Newport.
Milos is now 1 set all and 3 games all v Ebden.
;)

RoastLamb

10-07-2012, 18:24

Yes, I'm watching Milos' match on tennistv. Have to say he's not playing very well. :sad:

Bardot

10-07-2012, 20:02

I'm not sure if this has already been posted but according to twitter we won't be seeing Simon Fuller in Andy's box for much longer as he's looking for a new agent.

daniel kaplan ‏@dkaplanSBJ

Can confirm report out today Andy Murray shopping 4 new agent.Currently repped by Simon Fuller. other candidiates will be Lagardere, IMG
Look for Andy murray agent sweepstakes to heat up around US open, where I would expect a decision to be made. His mom, Judy, big player here

He seems to be in the know but then the bit about Judy being a "big player" seems a bit dubious.

Sallydaisy

10-07-2012, 21:38

As soon as Federer left IMG the rumour mill (http://webcache.googleusercontent.com/search?q=cache:HGeAYvrfEE4J:www.10sballs.com/2012/06/05/img-is-trying-to-recruit-andy-murray/+andy+murray+management+IMG&cd=3&hl=en&ct=clnk&gl=uk)started about who they might target to replace him as one of their top sporting clients from the tennis world. Word at the time, in various press, was that they might be interested in Andy. In the past the Murrays have gone about this aspect of their business very quietly so I'm surprised anything, truth or otherwise, has surfaced like this ...

Bardot

10-07-2012, 22:21

Reading Daniel Kaplan's subsequent timeline he says this has been going on for months and the fact it came out this week is not related to the apparent rise in Andy's "stock" as the result of Wimbledon. He also suggests that IMG are getting out of athlete representation so he doesn't know how serious they will be whereas Lagardere have money to throw around. From their website they represent Azerenka, Wozniacki, Roddick, Monfils, Isner among many other tennis players.

cazza99

12-07-2012, 12:52

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/off-court/murray-on-carrying-the-olympic-torch/) - Murray on carrying the Olympic torch

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2172188/Andy-Murray-ace-time-enjoys-time-girlfriend-Kim-Sears-following-Wimbledon-completion.html?ito=feeds-newsxml) - Now that's an advantage: Andy Murray has an ace time as he enjoys time off with girlfriend Kim Sears following Wimbledon completion

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9390122/Andy-Murray-really-has-endeared-himself-to-the-UK.html) - Andy Murray really has endeared himself to the UK

Andy Murray may have definitively won over the hearts of tennis fans across Britain if an analysis of Twitter during Wimbledon is any indication.

A survey of more than 1.2 million tweets about The Championships showed Murray was the most popular male player.

STV (http://entertainment.stv.tv/showbiz/310195-andy-murray-plans-to-whisk-kim-sears-away-on-romantic-break/)- Andy Murray plans to whisk Kim Sears away on romantic break

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/showbiz/2012/07/12/andy-murray-gets-over-wimbledon-heartache-with-laughter-at-mock-the-week-recording-86908-23907501/) - Andy Murray gets over Wimbledon heartache with laughter at Mock the Week recording

STV (http://entertainment.stv.tv/showbiz/310136-andy-murray-and-kim-sears-not-ready-to-get-married-yet/)- Andy Murray and Kim Sears not ready to get married yet

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/story/160100.html) - Donald feels Murray's pain in hunt for elusive major

ESPN (http://www.rapidtvnews.com/index.php/2012071122984/espn-tops-ratings-records-with-all-live-wimbledon.html)- ESPN tops ratings records with all-live Wimbledon

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/showbiz/tv/4424546/Andy-Murray-laughs-off-Wimbledon-woes-on-Mock-the-Week.html)- Andy Murray cheers up

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/lifestyle/tv-and-radio/this-time-andy-cries-with-laughter-in-comedy-show-s-audience-1-2406466) - This time Andy cries with laughter in comedy show’s audience

10sballs (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/07/11/wimbledon-twitter-survey-shows-murray-and-radwanska-most-popular/)- Wimbledon Twitter Survey Shows Murray and Radwanska Most Popular

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-2171519/Unlike-Andy-Murray-staggering-80-men-public.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- No time for tears: Unlike Murray, a staggering 80% men will never cry in public

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/2012/07/11/scottish-open-richie-ramsay-in-plea-for-andy-murray-style-backing-for-scots-at-castle-stuart-86908-23907072/)- Scottish Open: Richie Ramsay in plea for Andy Murray-style backing for Scots at Castle Stuart

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/2012/07/11/scottish-open-colin-montgomerie-admits-he-can-share-andy-murray-s-major-pain-after-five-runners-up-finishes-86908-23907136/) - Scottish Open: Colin Montgomerie admits he can share Andy Murray's Major pain after five runners-up finishes

Metro (http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/904806-boris-becker-home-support-can-carry-andy-murray-to-victory-this-year) - Boris Becker: Home support can carry Andy Murray to victory this year

cazza99

12-07-2012, 13:24

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/news/4422570/Andy-Murrays-tears-are-gone-as-he-poses-for-fans-photo.html)- Andy Murray’s tears gone as he poses for fan’s pic

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/golf/andy-murray-s-tears-reveal-human-side-of-quest-for-glory-says-monty-1-2403641) - Andy Murray’s tears reveal human side of quest for glory, says Monty

Sun (http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/homepage/sport/4422545/Ive-been-there-Andy.html) - I’ve been there Andy

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/09/andy-murray-mother-champagne-wimbledon?newsfeed=true) - Andy Murray's mother Judy in champagne toast to 'amazing son'

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/9386853/Why-are-we-happy-for-VIPs-to-hog-the-best-seats-at-Wimbledon.html) - Why are we happy for VIPs to hog the best seats at Wimbledon?

Telegraph (http://fashion.telegraph.co.uk/article/TMG9386657/Ready-For-Her-Close-Up-Kim-Sears.html) - Ready For Her Close-Up: Kim Sears

cazza99

12-07-2012, 19:38

robstewart ‏@robstewart

Finished third in the works go-karting yesterday. Race hit by hail the size of frozen peas. Sadly @andy_murray won.

-J-

12-07-2012, 20:18

caught a nice piece about the media & andy on the radio today
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b01k9s22/John_Beattie_12_07_2012/
should be about 50 minutes in

cazza99

13-07-2012, 11:18

Tribune (http://blogs.tribune.com.pk/story/12724/parenting-on-andy-murrays-loss-and-judy-murrays-victory/) - Parenting: On Andy Murray’s loss and Judy Murray’s victory

Live Tennis Guide (http://www.livetennisguide.com/2012/07/13/roger-federer-andy-murray-can-win-olympics-gold-medal/) - Roger Federer: Andy Murray can win ‘Olympics Gold Medal

Express (http://www.express.co.uk/ourcomments/view/332539/John-Dillon)- AT LEAST ANDY MURRAY'S GENUINE

Yahoo (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/roger-federer-defeats-andy-murray-2012-wimbledon-final-223300820--ten.html)- Roger Federer Defeats Andy Murray in 2012 Wimbledon Final: A Closer Look at the Pivotal Sixth Game of the Third Set

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/football/top-football-stories/inside-sport-podcast-andy-murray-aftermath-and-the-sfl-vote-on-rangers-1-2408807) - Inside Sport podcast: Andy Murray aftermath and the SFL vote on Rangers

Eurosport (http://sports.yahoo.com/news/andy-murray-must-continue-believe-grand-slam-champion-000700862--ten.html)- Andy Murray Must Continue to Believe that He Can Be a Grand Slam Champion: A Fan’s Opinion

Yahoo (http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/tennis-busted-racquet/bar-roger-federer-jimmy-fallon-video-210352807--ten.html)- ‘At the Bar with Roger Federer’ and Jimmy Fallon (VIDEO)
US only. I couldn't view it in the UK

Watch as the Federer talks about how the Andy Murray could possibly beat him at the Wimbledon (anvils),......

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1255515-andy-murray-should-smile-in-light-of-his-wimbledon-defeat)- Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray Should Smile in Light of His Wimbledon Defeat

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18823509) - Laura Robson beats Roberta Vinci at Italiacom Open

cazza99

13-07-2012, 19:58

Tennis Grandstand (http://ht.ly/1lkQYT) - Fortune favors Federer; Murray’s growing pains — The Friday Five

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9397836/Wimbledon-2012-Andy-Murray-draws-biggest-audience-since-John-McEnroe.html) - Wimbledon 2012: Andy Murray draws biggest audience since John McEnroe

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/tennis/article-2173028/Andy-Murray-Wimbledon-My-image-week-Kevin-Quigley.html?ito=feeds-newsxml)- Kevin Quigley: My favourite image of the week... Andy Murray wins first set of Wimbledon final

Sky (http://news.sky.com/story/957952/murrays-tears-in-defeat-are-worth-millions)- Murray's Tears In Defeat Are Worth Millions

cazza99

14-07-2012, 18:47

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/tennis/wimbledon/9398942/The-X-Factor-is-to-blame-for-Andy-Murrays-tears-after-defeat-by-Roger-Federer-in-Wimbledon-final.html)- The X Factor is to blame for Andy Murray's tears after defeat by Roger Federer in Wimbledon final

Mirror (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/tennis/tony-parsons-on-andy-murray-how-1142298)- How Andy Murray won the heart of a nation

The Roar (http://www.theroar.com.au/2012/07/14/will-the-us-open-determine-the-2012-world-number-one/)- Will US Open determine 2012 World Number One?

STV (http://news.stv.tv/scotland/110840-msp-enlists-help-of-judy-murray-in-bid-to-upgrade-public-tennis-courts/)- MSP enlists help of Andy Murray's mother in bid to upgrade tennis courts

Liverpool Daily Post (http://www.liverpooldailypost.co.uk/sport/sport-opinion/2012/07/12/ian-doyle-end-this-cynical-attitude-towards-sports-stars-like-andy-murray-99623-31373985/) - Ian Doyle: End this cynical attitude towards sports stars like Andy Murray

cazza99

14-07-2012, 20:18

Andy Murray Fans ‏@AndyMurrayFans

Just saw Andy being interviewed before the Chisora vs Haye fight... http://pic.twitter.com/D59T1RyF

https://p.twimg.com/AxycUQDCMAAnsSW.jpg
picture from twitter

cazza99

15-07-2012, 19:56

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/celebritynews/9400455/Andy-Murray-and-his-mother-face-a-High-Court-battle.html)- Andy Murray and his mother face a High Court battle

Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/15/scots-tennis-ace-andy-murray-looks-for-new-pet-after-wimbledon-defeat-86908-23908753/)- Scots tennis ace Andy Murray looks for new pet after Wimbledon defeat

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18844267) - Laura Robson beaten in semi-finals of Italiacom Open

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/boxing/9400665/David-Haye-v-Dereck-Chisora-live.html) - David Haye v Dereck Chisora: live

21.50 If this is to start at 10 as promised, and assuming we're going to be treated to some elaborate entrances, Dereck and David had better get a wriggle on. Here's Andy Murray looking as happy as you would if you'd lost a Wimbledon final a week ago and been greeted by 30,000 people booing you...

21.40 BoxNation are ramping up the preview material. Some montages. Some ringside interviews. (Currently a magician who's wearing a hoody) The phrase "concrete chin" a little too often. Incidentally, Andy Murray arrived a little while ago and was greeted as a hero with rampant boo-ing, which is either hilarious or horrible depending on how much you like tennis and boxing fans.

cazza99

16-07-2012, 11:50

Express (http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/333151) - ANDY MURRAY IS FACING LAWSUIT

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18852503) - Heather Watson wins doubles title & is new British No 1

cazza99

16-07-2012, 11:56

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Classic from Ivan Lendl to @NeilHarmanTimes when told about positive recent media coverage for Murray. 'I'd rather have **** press & win'

Fina

16-07-2012, 19:43

DavidLaw ‏@DavidLawTennis

Great quote - which comes from an interesting, longish article in today's Times. Just trying to pick bits out of it....
"It didn't surprise me how much it meant to him," Lendl said. "I guess we will never know how I would have reacted in a similar situation and, as you know, I don't like guessing........I put myself in the position of Andy's parents. It is not easy." Had he shed a tear? "You will never know."
What had he learnt about working with Andy..."That working with him is great. That he asks a lot of questions, which is very important, and that helping someone achieve what they want to achieve is an exceptional thing....Even though I was rooting for him in all he did, it wasn't the same for me. I wasn't born in this country. I don't live here. Andy has a British heart and I don't, so only he can properly describe what dealing with all of that is like...."
"If you can cope with what he dealt with at Wimbledon, I believe it makes it easier to handle what may come his way in other places. If he is happy with the way things are going with me, I am happy with that also......."

Mentions he won't be at the Olympics, but will join Andy at Toronto for the Rogers Cup and also Cincinnati.
So glad Lendl's in Andy's corner. :thumbup:

cazza99

18-07-2012, 10:45

Scottish Daily Record (http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/2012/07/18/fan-sends-scotch-pie-in-the-post-to-too-skinny-tennis-ace-andy-murray-86908-23909664/) - Fan sends scotch pie in the post to 'too skinny' tennis ace Andy Murray

judy murray ‏@judmoo

In 2days post. Dietary tips from Scottish fan. "Yer son's 2 thin. One of these 3 times a day'll sort him oot". Class. http://pic.twitter.com/vyFws2B7
https://p.twimg.com/Ax__M2KCMAAL-98.jpg
picture from twitter

Tennis Space (http://www.thetennisspace.com/opinion/is-drilling-your-opponent-a-legitimate-tactic/)- Is drilling your opponent a legitimate tactic?

TennisWorld (http://www.tennisworldusa.org/Andy-Murrays-mother-Judy-ends-up-in-court---articolo4948.html) - Andy Murray´s mother Judy ends up in court

cazza99

18-07-2012, 11:05

Edinburgh News (http://www.scotsman.com/edinburgh-evening-news/edinburgh-turns-spotlights-on-next-andy-murray-1-2415969)- Edinburgh turns spotlights on next Andy Murray

10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/07/16/federer-and-murray-differ-on-how-to-relax-after-wimbledon/)- Federer and Murray Differ on How to Relax After Wimbledon

bettor.com (http://blogs.bettor.com/In-pursuit-of-Grand-Slam,-Andy-Murray-faces-a-lawsuit-Tennis-News-a171610) - In pursuit of Grand Slam, Andy Murray faces a lawsuit – Tennis News

Clacton Gazette (http://www.clactonandfrintongazette.co.uk/news/localnews/9817320.Tennis_clubs_cash_in_on_Murray_mania/)- Any Murray's Wimbledon efforts cause a boom for tennis in Frinton

cazza99

19-07-2012, 14:59

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/tennis/tennis-past-champions-set-for-capital-date-with-atp-champions-tour-1-2419417) - Tennis: Past champions set for capital date with ATP Champions Tour

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1262752-andy-murray-the-making-of-a-champion-part-2)- Andy Murray: The Making of a Champion, Part 2

10sballs.com (http://www.10sballs.com/2012/07/18/andy-murray-is-%E2%80%9Cdesperate%E2%80%9D-to-win-olympic-gold/)- Andy Murray is “Desperate” to Win Olympic Gold

cazza99

19-07-2012, 15:14

Its been announced that there will be a 3 week gap between Roland Garros and Wimbledon from 2015.

Details and discussion are on this thread - http://www.andymurrayfanforum.com/forums/showthread.php?1129-Three-week-gap-between-Wimbledon-and-Roland-Garros-will-happen-from-2015

cazza99

20-07-2012, 17:49

I have just heard that there is a prerecorded interview with Andy on Channel 5 news. Not sure if its been on yet.

cazza99

20-07-2012, 18:15

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/olympics/18926159)- London 2012: Andy Murray 'positive' ahead of Olympics

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/olympics/18920236) - London 2012: Andy Murray ready for Olympic challenge
video interview -3 minutes

BBC (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/18900163)- Heather Watson loses to Chan Yung-Jan in Carlsbad

cazza99

20-07-2012, 18:38

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/olympics/news/9414859/London-2012-Olympics-Team-GB-tennis-star-Andy-Murray-focuses-on-Games-gold-after-Wimbledon-disappointment.html) - London 2012 Olympics: Team GB tennis star Andy Murray focuses on Games gold after Wimbledon disappointment
includes video of press interview

Mail (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/olympics/article-2176532/London-2012-Olympics-Andy-Murray-confident-success.html)- Murray believes Olympics will be perfect remedy for his brave Wimbledon defeat

Reuters (http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/07/20/oly-tenn-gbr-murray-adv-idUSL6E8IKFWL20120720)- INTERVIEW-Olympics-Tennis-Overwhelmed Murray motivated by support

Scotsman (http://www.scotsman.com/sport/london-2012-olympics-andy-murray-ready-for-another-emotional-rollercoaster-1-2424020) - London 2012 Olympics: Andy Murray ready for another emotional rollercoaster

Telegraph (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/olympics/9415799/London-2012-Olympics-a-gold-medal-at-the-Games-will-be-bigger-than-taking-a-grand-slam-says-Andy-Murray.html) - London 2012 Olympics: a gold medal at the Games will be bigger than taking a grand slam, says Andy Murray

Guardian (http://www.guardian.co.uk/sport/2012/jul/20/london-2012-olympics-andy-murray) - London 2012: Olympics helped ease pain of Wimbledon loss – Andy Murray

Sun (http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/olympics/4440882/Andy-Murray-Olympics-Brit-says-the-pressure-is-off-at-London.html)- Team GB can carry my burden
Murray: The pressure is off

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/tennis/sport/video_audio/161263.html) - Murray sees Olympics as Wimbledon remedy

ESPN (http://www.espn.co.uk/london-olympics-2012/sport/story/161250.html)- Murray: Olympics a remedy for Wimbledon anguish

The Galloway News (http://www.dgstandard.co.uk/galloway-news/news/2012/07/19/castle-douglas-line-judge-calls-murray-out-at-wimbledon-final-51311-31422158/) - Castle Douglas line judge calls Murray OUT at Wimbledon final

Bleacher (http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1265601-olympic-mens-tennis-2012-best-bets-for-gold-after-rafael-nadals-injury) - Olympic Men's Tennis 2012: Best Bets for Gold After Rafael Nadal's Injury

cazza99

20-07-2012, 19:05

si.com (http://tennis.si.com/2012/07/20/daily-bagel-andy-murray-shows-off-his-bod/)- Daily Bagel: Andy Murray shows off his bod

VIDEO: Andy Murray shows off his body for The Guardian and blames his mom’s “big calves” for his strong legs. I’m sure Judy will be over the moon with that.

Linda

20-07-2012, 19:15

They don't know what big legs are. (I do, unfortunately :shamed:)

cazza99

20-07-2012, 19:35

Eurosport (http://uk.eurosport.yahoo.com/news/murray-ready-olympic-bid-183421734.html)- Murray ready for Olympic bid

ljs

20-07-2012, 21:11

Andy certainly has matured hasnt he , especially when hes talking to the media . Just see such a big difference in him .
Hoping he does well !!!!

cazza99

21-07-2012, 12:26

Tennistalk (http://www.tennistalk.com/en/news/20120721/Lendl_says_British_public_will_rally_behind_Murray ) - Lendl says British public will rally behind Murray

Ivan Lendl will be keeping his distance as pupil Andy Murray competes in the London Olympics, with the coach watching proceedings at home in Connecticut.

Lendl, 52, spent the spring and early summer with his charge as Murray made it to the French Open semi-finals and the final of Wimbldon, where he lost to Roger Federer. Lendl, a keen golfer missed the cut by one stroke for an event in his home state this week at the Connecticut Open, will be advising Murray remotely as the Scot tries for cherished Olympic gold.

The pair will re-unite for next month's Toronto Masters 1000 and move through to the US Open.

Independent (http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/olympics/other-events/murray-karting-and-puppies-cured-me-of-sw19-blues-7962446.html)- Murray: Karting and puppies cured me of SW19 blues

Laughter is not a characteristic you would immediately associate with Andy Murray but as the 25-year-old Scot told journalists at British team headquarters near London's Olympic Park yesterday: "I laugh a lot – just not in front of you guys. Your questions normally aren't that funny. I go to quite a lot of comedy shows and stand-up comedy. Laughing is normally the best way to get over most things."
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Returning to Wimbledon two days after his defeat in the final also played a part. "I went back to pick up a couple of bags," he said. "Then I went back on Centre Court and just sat there for a little while. I was thinking a little bit about the match and then thinking a bit about what it was going to be like at the Olympics.

"The whole venue changed so quickly after the tournament. They already had all the London 2012 backdrops up at the back of the court. It actually looks quite different with all the purple round it. It maybe got my mind to looking forward."