Andy Murray’s greatest accomplishment isn’t on the tennis court
8 months ago

Andy Murray’s greatest accomplishment isn’t on the tennis court

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Sign 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
3 months, 2 weeks ago
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
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Andy Murray: I am not missing tennis – I am playing golf instead
6 months, 2 weeks ago
Scotland will live to regret the apathy and indifference that has left us without a real legacy to Andy Murray, writes Heather Dewar
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Judy Murray's anger at 'apathy' of Scottish sporting authorities she says led to Andy's legacy being binned
6 months, 3 weeks ago
Andy Murray jokes he’s ‘never even liked tennis anyway’ and changes long-time Twitter bio
7 months, 3 weeks ago
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
7 months, 3 weeks ago
Andy Murray sticks up for mother Judy after Emma Raducanu Wimbledon furore
8 months ago
Andy Murray announces retirement from tennis after Olympic Games
8 months ago
Is this the next Andy Murray? Mother Judy shares picture of Scottish teenage sensation, Charlie Robertson, who has been mentored by her retiring son
8 months ago
Andy Murray – fiercely proud Scot who showed British players can be winners
8 months ago
Rafael Nadal and Andy Murray could be bidding adieu to tennis at the Paris Olympics
8 months, 1 week ago
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'
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Serena Williams makes heartfelt tribute to Andy Murray
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Wimbledon day four: Andy Murray’s career celebrated as he nears retirement
8 months, 3 weeks ago
Andy Murray’s family members question absence of Wimbledon champion on poster
1 year, 9 months ago
Andy Murray admits he was 'really upset' after learning mother Judy was sexually assaulted in 2014
2 years, 9 months ago
Andy Murray demands scheduling equality amid tennis sexism row
2 years, 9 months ago
Andy Murray and Naomi Osaka trade compliments – Wednesday’s sporting social
3 years, 2 months ago
‘Time for next generation’ – Judy Murray planning to step back from tennis roles
3 years, 9 months ago
Judy Murray backs Osaka in French Open press conference saga
3 years, 9 months ago
Andy Murray backs calls to remove Margaret Court’s name from arena
4 years, 6 months ago
US Open: Andy Murray backed by mother Judy to ‘do a lot of damage’
4 years, 6 months ago
ATP-WTA merger has the support of many top male players: Andy Murray
4 years, 10 months ago
Judy Murray hails ‘rebirth’ of son Andy
5 years, 5 months ago
Andy Murray's mother Judy says her son is 'getting better with each match' and is on track for full fitness starting 2020 season
5 years, 5 months ago
Andy Murray and Serena Williams crash out of Wimbledon mixed doubles
5 years, 8 months ago
Wimbledon 2019: Andy Murray's 10 best feminist moments
5 years, 8 months ago
If Andy plays Jamie.. I'm going to the pub! Judy Murray would avoid meeting of her sons at Wimbledon
5 years, 8 months ago
Andy Murray knows new partnership needs work ahead of Wimbledon return
5 years, 8 months ago
Andy Murray could make return after hip surgery, says mother Judy
6 years, 1 month ago
Andy Murray sunbathes while talking to mother Judy after emotional Australian Open exit
6 years, 2 months ago
Judy Murray believes son Andy would make a brilliant coach
6 years, 2 months ago
Amelie Mauresmo says Andy Murray will retire from tennis as 'much more than just a sporting figure'
6 years, 2 months ago
British tennis stars pay tribute to Murray after he confirms he will retire this year
6 years, 2 months ago
Andy Murray: Sporting great, champion feminist
6 years, 2 months ago
Life after Andy Murray a bleak prospect for British tennis
7 years, 5 months ago
Andy Murray: Women In Tennis Make The 'Same Sacrifices' As Men
7 years, 6 months ago
Andy Murray's mother Judy receives OBE on Queen's birthday honours list
7 years, 9 months ago
John Inverdale sparks everyday sexism row with claim Andy Murray is first tennis player to win two Olympic golds
8 years, 7 months ago
Andy Murray Reminds The World That Women Play And Slay Tennis, Too
8 years, 7 months ago
WATCH: Andy Murray Reminds Interviewer That Women Win Gold, Too
8 years, 7 months ago
Andy Murray pays tribute to Amelie Mauresmo and insists their split should not stop women coaching top male players
8 years, 10 months ago
Judy Murray shapes the destiny of her boys and her girls... she is the driving force behind their success
9 years, 1 month ago
Andy Murray and Jamie Murray: Brawlers to Bravehearts
9 years, 5 months ago
Andy Murray's support for women's tennis is 'inspiring', claims Serena Williams after French Open 2015 win
9 years, 10 months ago
Andy Murray wedding: Judy Murray lets slip tennis star's plans to start a family
9 years, 11 months ago
Andy Murray is an authentic achiever who carries the state of British tennis... we are wrong to write him off
10 years, 8 months ago
Tennis world reacts to Amelie Mauresmo becoming Andy Murray's coach
10 years, 9 months ago

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