Andy - the end of his ATP tour tennis career

[themass15]

Hard to beat a lot of the above posts but he has had an amazing career. I have followed him avidly since his loss to Thomas Johansson at Queens in 2005. What a ride!

[HoopGirl]

A true Murraycoaster!
I remember sitting on four with many others waiting for some big announcement from Andy - and it was an April fools by him!
I remember following his matches on live score - except you had to keep refreshing it.
I remember going to Glasgow for the Davis Cup tie - amazing atmosphere and then to Brussels.
So many times I’ve seen him at Queens. It’s been a honour to see him grow from that skinny boy to that fine man and athlete he is today.

[clancy]

A tennis fan for 73 years since being introduced to it on starting at high school, I know, with Andy's retirement, my interest will wane. Obviously I'll follow future Brit results but without the same enthusiasm and certainly no more screaming at the tv and setting the alarm to get me up at ridiculous hours to watch him play in far flung places.(My health might even improve). I guess this forum will fade away shortly (it has done several times on me in the past when experiencing technical problems!).
I shall miss it although I must admit to posting on social media much more of late. In the past I attended Davis Cup matches on my own and thank you for your kindnesses to me on those occasions. I remember eating Shirley's shortbread in Glasgow and think of her whenever I buy it as it never tastes as good. I was looking at the member list earlier; Rosiebear (part Serbian?) is no longer around; Teresa with whom I share a dislike of Fed (blame his 19 jacket) and worn out limbs; and Roy who comes from my home town Warrington but never met; and of course Sallydaisy for her sterling work.
I read somewhere that they may try to get Andy to go to Manchester in September after his well earned holiday for another retirement ceremony; I am going on the Friday with a son and grandson (probably my last trip to live tennis) so do hope so although they may possibly choose the Sunday as the last day. Anyway, thanks again everyone, keep well and happy and enjoy wherever tennis takes you. xx

[JAMES4578]

Thanks to everyone for the company over the years on the forum, some I have met in person but even if I have not somehow feels like we are all familiar to each other. I have not been to Davis Cup in recent years but attended many in the past, the ties were certainly memorable and we always had a good time. A special mention to those who have lead us on the forum and Sally has put a lot of work into it.

The Belgium tie certainly was a great experience

Whilst still come on here I also post about tennis on social media, sometimes it is pretty quiet here, not the only reason people have faded away but the technical problems have not helped. Realise though that those concerned are doing what they can. Clancy, as far as I am aware Rosiebear is still a Mod but obviously has not posted in some time.

[clancy]

James - As the Thanks button is not in use, thank you for mentioning Rosiebear; she was such a regular contributor to Andy's matches and I have learnt a lot from all of you! I hope a card to Andy is possible but perhaps not, due to the many difficulties the forum now has. x

[JAMES4578]

Yes indeed, Rosiebear has been missed. Thanks, I think we have all learnt from each other- need to see if a card is possible.

[Teresa]

Yes. I too should thank you all, including the Mods to whom I have sometimes been a challenge…..!!!

I was a refugee from Murray’s World. It was a revelation to find a kinder, gentler place here. Not too dread coming on after he lost, to see a tirade of abuse directed at him.

I met many of you at D.C. matches. Great times.

A particular thanks to SallyDaisy whose organisational skills always trigger awe in me.

Perhaps if this forum closes, we could set up a WhatsApp group for the odd contact?

[Stell]

Apparently, the bookmakers have tipped now for Andy to take part on Strictly or I'm a Celebrity.

[clancy]

Stell - Can't see him ever going on SCD (and not sure I'll be watching it again) and I've never watched I'm a Celebrity!

[pabbers]

And now he's pulled out of the singles at the Olympics but still in doubles with Dan.