Andy Murray’s spouse, Kim Sears, has expressed that she has always found it challenging to witness the retired British athlete compete. Murray concluded his remarkable 19-year professional career by participating in the men’s doubles event at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Sears, who was present in Murray’s box, has opened up about the overwhelming emotions she experienced while observing his performance.
The 37-year-old Murray, alongside his doubles partner Dan Evans, embarked on an exhilarating journey at the Paris Olympics. In the first round, they triumphed over Japan’s Taro Daniel and Kei Nishikori by saving three match points. Furthermore, they displayed remarkable resilience by saving five match points in a grueling encounter against Belgium’s Jordan Vliegen and Sander Gille, ultimately prevailing with a score of 6-3, 6-7, 11-9.
Unfortunately, Murray and Evans’ aspirations of securing a medal were shattered in the quarterfinals when they faced the formidable duo of Taylor Fritz and Tommy Paul. Fritz and Paul’s rapid and aggressive style of play led to a 6-2, 6-4 victory, extinguishing Murray and Evans’ hopes. As the match concluded, tears welled up in Murray’s eyes, and the spectators at Court Suzanne Lenglen rose to their feet, applauding him in a standing ovation.
Kim Sears, Murray’s wife, has confessed that watching her husband play is a struggle for her, considering the numerous challenges he has encountered throughout his career. Murray and Sears tied the knot in 2015, a year prior to his triumphant third Grand Slam victory at Wimbledon. The couple has been blessed with four children, namely Sophia, Eddie, Teddy, and Lola.
Reflecting on his retirement, Murray expressed his contentment in being able to retire on his own terms, following his final match at the Paris Olympics. The former World No.1 has battled a series of injuries in the latter stages of his career, including two hip surgeries and a metal implant in 2019. Despite the setbacks in 2019, Murray showcased his resilience by clinching the Antwerp title with a victory over Stan Wawrinka. He revealed his satisfaction in bidding farewell to the sport on his own accord.
Murray’s last singles match was at the Queen’s Club Championships, where he suffered a back injury. Subsequently, he underwent surgery to remove a spinal cyst and withdrew from both singles events at Wimbledon and the Olympics.
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