Category Archives: Andy Murray

Murray Hires Former Great Ivan Lendl As New Coach

Posted on January 1, 2012 by admin| Leave a comment

After flying solo for a few months Andy Murray has announced that he has hired eight time Grand Slam winner Ivan Lendl as his new full time coach saying, “Very happy to announce that Ivan Lendl is my new full time coach. His impact on the game is unquestionable and he brings experience and knowledge that few others have, particularly in major tournaments.”

Much like Murray Ivan struggled to get across the line and win his first major. The Czech (now US) player was runner up four times before he finally got across the line at the French Open in 1984. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Australian Open, Ivan Lendl, Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, Roland Garros, Tony Roche

Judy Murray – Captain Of Fed Cup

Posted on December 9, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Everyone keeps saying Judy Murray needs to withdraw herself as an ever present tennis mum, no matter good her coaching skills are, before Andy Murray will be able to take the next step. It seems those hopeful of Murray’s potential at Grand Slams are finally getting their wish.

Judy Murray’s got a job! Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Fed Cup, Judy Murray, Kim Sears

Ferrer Tops Djokovic For Semis Spot

Posted on November 24, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

David Ferrer has notched up an impressive 6-3, 6-1 win over Serbian world number one Novak Djokovic. While Djokovic may have called it his worst match of the season, Ferrer was delighted with his performance which has secured him a spot in the semifinals of the World Tour Finals after he also beat Andy Murray in straight sets on Monday.

It’s a great result for probably the most consistent player on the circuit for a number of years. Ferrer’s 18 winners to Novak’s 11 gave him an advantage but it was Nole’s implosion with 33 unforced errors to Davids 18 which ultimately crippled him. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, David Ferrer, Janko Tipsarevic, Novak Djokovic, Tomas Berdych, World Tour Finals

Federer Thumps Nadal

Posted on November 23, 2011 by admin| 3 Comments

Roger Federer has claimed his first win over Rafael Nadal in a year. The world number four smashed Rafa 6-3, 6-0 in just 62 minutes. On the fast indoor court Rafa was no match for Federer who thumped 28 winners in the short match, barely breaking a sweat as he destroyed the Spanish world number two old school style.

Nadal was hampered by a shoulder injury that prevented him from practicing on Monday. The Spaniard is not the only player struggling with injury at this late season stage – Murray just withdrew with a groin injury and Fish had issues with his hamstrings. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Injury, Jo-Wilfried Tsonga, Mardy Fish, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, World Tour Finals

Murray Hits A Bum Note

Posted on November 6, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

The injury behind Andy Murray’s withdrawal from Basel has been revealed – he hurt his bum in his sleep! Murray says he woke up with the injury and struggled to walk due to the pain.

I would be very impressed if Murray managed to injury his glutes in his sleep. I would be a lot less surprise to hear that Murray, who frequently pokes his stiff back, has some sort of nerve irritation. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Basel, Injury

Murray Tops Nadal In Japan Final

Posted on October 9, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Andy Murray has defeated Rafael Nadal in Japan, beating the Spaniard 3-6, 2-6, 6-0 to claim his second title in two weeks and fourth this year.

Nadal was playing his first tournament since the US Open and looking to defend his first title on a hard court while Murray was looking for consecutive titles, having won Bangkok last week. Nadal got off to a quick start with a 4-1 lead after a poor opening service game from Murray. Rafa clung to the lead despite some off shots, using his improved serve to defend Murray’s only chance to break before taking the set 6-3. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Bangkok, Japan Open, Rafael Nadal

Nadal Triumphs Over Murray, Faces Djokovic In Final

Posted on September 11, 2011 by admin| 2 Comments

Rafael Nadal has once again exposed the flaws in Andy Murray’s game and exploited his mental strength to defeat the Scot 6-4, 6-2, 3-6, 6-2 and book his place in the US Open finals against nemesis Novak Djokovic. The win seems to have finally shown fans around the world that Rafael Nadal is confident again, feeling truly competitive again, and has finally found some great form.

Nadal has the misfortune of having played three best of five set matches in three days due to scheduling difficulties as a result of two days of constant rain in New York. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Novak Djokovic, Pete Sampras, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, US Open, Wimbledon

Roddick Beats Ferrer On Court 13

Posted on September 8, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

The rain delayed match between Andy Roddick and David Ferrer was forced off Louis Armstrong and onto court 13 today as water seemed to seep through the court. While it was an embarrassment for event organisers it left to reorganise the match.

Keen to get play underway while the sun was shining Roddick said, “Court 13 is open, let’s go play,” and took Ferrer and the umpire with him to the much smaller court 13. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Andy Roddick, David Ferrer, Media, Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, US Open

Murray Pummels Disappointing Lopez

Posted on September 5, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

The night match between Feliciano Lopez and Andy Murray had potential, particularly with Lopez being in reasonably good form lately. The Spanish pretty boy has game, the problem is that he often forgets to turn the switch on. Tonight was one of those nights. Murray toppled the Spaniard easily 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 as Lopez struggled to consistently string points together.

Before I walked out in disgust at Lopez’s – I’m going to say it – pathetic performance, I found Andy Murray’s body language interesting. Much like Novak Djokovic yesterday Murray was comfortably leading and yet his head was hung, he was smacking his thigh and thumping his racket into his shoes. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Donald Young, Feliciano Lopez, US Open

Murray Survives Five Set Challenge

Posted on September 3, 2011 by admin| Leave a comment

Andy Murray would have been looking for a smooth transition to the third round of the US Open, instead he had to fight back from two sets down against Robin Haase to eventually win 6-7, 2-6, 6-2, 6-0, 6-4.

Haase outplayed Murray in the second set but the Scot was less than impressive, winning just one point on his second serve in that set. Finally the momentum switched as Haase seemed to become increasingly disinterested in the match which allowed Murray back in. Read more »

Posted in Andy Murray, Australian Open, Feliciano Lopez, Robin Haase, US Open