
Andy Murray’s greatest accomplishment isn’t on the tennis court
The IndependentSign up for the Independent Women email for the latest news, opinion and features Get the Independent Women email for free Get the Independent Women email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. For me, it won’t be the fact he single-handedly rescued British men’s tennis from the doldrums – in my opinion, Andy Murray’s greatest achievement is becoming the most impressive and forthright feminist to have graced men’s sport. open image in gallery The Scot won his first Wimbledon in 2013 Murray has railed against misogynistic attitudes in the world of tennis and hasn’t hesitated to call out the game’s casual sexism. “Male player,” Murray corrected, reminding the world that Serena Williams had won several Wimbledon women’s titles during that period. Judy has stood firmly behind her son since the day he stepped foot on a tennis court and it’s no coincidence that Andy is now one of a small group of elite global athletes who have managed to transcend their sport through personal integrity.
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Oh I say! Sir Andy Murray's tennis legacy was ruined by Scottish sports bosses, claims his firebrand mother, Judy, in a fresh volley of fury
Daily Mail
Andy Murray insists he's NOT missing tennis and claims that retirement has been 'the complete opposite' to what he expected', as he reveals the sport he's been playing instead
Daily Mail
Andy Murray: I am not missing tennis – I am playing golf instead
The Telegraph
Scotland will live to regret the apathy and indifference that has left us without a real legacy to Andy Murray, writes Heather Dewar
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Judy Murray's anger at 'apathy' of Scottish sporting authorities she says led to Andy's legacy being binned
Daily Mail
Andy Murray jokes he’s ‘never even liked tennis anyway’ and changes long-time Twitter bio
The Independent
Andy Murray's glittering career comes to an end: Tearful two-time Wimbledon champion bows out of Olympics after doubles defeat alongside Dan Evans in what is Scot's final ever tennis match
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Andy Murray sticks up for mother Judy after Emma Raducanu Wimbledon furore
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Andy Murray announces retirement from tennis after Olympic Games
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Is this the next Andy Murray? Mother Judy shares picture of Scottish teenage sensation, Charlie Robertson, who has been mentored by her retiring son
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Andy Murray – fiercely proud Scot who showed British players can be winners
The Independent
Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray could be bidding adieu to tennis at the Paris Olympics
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Andy Murray is 'absolutely devastated' as Emma Raducanu ends his Wimbledon career by pulling out of their match - a move his mother Judy has called 'astonishing'
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Serena Williams makes heartfelt tribute to Andy Murray
The Independent
Wimbledon day four: Andy Murray’s career celebrated as he nears retirement
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Andy Murray’s family members question absence of Wimbledon champion on poster
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Andy Murray admits he was 'really upset' after learning mother Judy was sexually assaulted in 2014
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Andy Murray demands scheduling equality amid tennis sexism row
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Andy Murray and Naomi Osaka trade compliments – Wednesday’s sporting social
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‘Time for next generation’ – Judy Murray planning to step back from tennis roles
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Judy Murray backs Osaka in French Open press conference saga
The Hindu
Andy Murray backs calls to remove Margaret Court’s name from arena
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US Open: Andy Murray backed by mother Judy to ‘do a lot of damage’
The Independent
ATP-WTA merger has the support of many top male players: Andy Murray
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Judy Murray hails ‘rebirth’ of son Andy
The Hindu
Andy Murray's mother Judy says her son is 'getting better with each match' and is on track for full fitness starting 2020 season
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Andy Murray and Serena Williams crash out of Wimbledon mixed doubles
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Wimbledon 2019: Andy Murray's 10 best feminist moments
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If Andy plays Jamie.. I'm going to the pub! Judy Murray would avoid meeting of her sons at Wimbledon
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Andy Murray knows new partnership needs work ahead of Wimbledon return
Daily Mail
Andy Murray could make return after hip surgery, says mother Judy
Hindustan Times
Andy Murray sunbathes while talking to mother Judy after emotional Australian Open exit
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Judy Murray believes son Andy would make a brilliant coach
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Amelie Mauresmo says Andy Murray will retire from tennis as 'much more than just a sporting figure'
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British tennis stars pay tribute to Murray after he confirms he will retire this year
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Andy Murray: Sporting great, champion feminist
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Life after Andy Murray a bleak prospect for British tennis
The Independent
Andy Murray: Women In Tennis Make The 'Same Sacrifices' As Men
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Andy Murray's mother Judy receives OBE on Queen's birthday honours list
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John Inverdale sparks everyday sexism row with claim Andy Murray is first tennis player to win two Olympic golds
The Independent
Andy Murray Reminds The World That Women Play And Slay Tennis, Too
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WATCH: Andy Murray Reminds Interviewer That Women Win Gold, Too
NPR
Andy Murray pays tribute to Amelie Mauresmo and insists their split should not stop women coaching top male players
Daily Mail
Judy Murray shapes the destiny of her boys and her girls... she is the driving force behind their success
Daily Mail
Andy Murray and Jamie Murray: Brawlers to Bravehearts
CNN
Andy Murray's support for women's tennis is 'inspiring', claims Serena Williams after French Open 2015 win
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Andy Murray wedding: Judy Murray lets slip tennis star's plans to start a family
The Independent
Andy Murray is an authentic achiever who carries the state of British tennis... we are wrong to write him off
Daily Mail
Tennis world reacts to Amelie Mauresmo becoming Andy Murray's coach
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