After his victory at the Queen’s Club against Benoit Paire, Andy Murray could no longer hold back his tears in the interview. It’s the emotions of a champion who has had tough years.
For years Andy Murray was one of the “Big Four” in men’s tennis. As one of the few he was able to keep up with the elite around Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic and claim three Grand Slam titles for himself. Then he had to undergo hip surgery in early 2019. It shouldn’t be the last.
Since then, the Briton has not been able to reach his best days. He tried here and there, but mostly failed early in the tournament. The 34-year-old has been back on the lawn of the Queen’s Club for a long time and was even able to win his game against Benoit Paire 6: 3 and 6: 2.
In the subsequent interview with the winner in his home country, the Scot was overwhelmed by his feelings. Several times he had to take a deep breath before he could find the right words: “I always tell myself – and maybe that’s not the best attitude – every match could be my last. But that’s exactly why I want to get the most out of every game and enjoy it to the full. “
Murray has to pause several times at these words. The tears roll down his cheeks. «Of course I have doubts before every match. After the first few games they usually disappear and I focus more and more on the match and less on my hips. “
Queens lawn accommodates its complaints. It feels natural and comfortable, says Murray. Next, he will now meet number 1 seeded Matteo Berrettini, who recently demanded everything from Novak Djokovic in Paris.
Should there not be enough for another win against the Italian, there is still a chance to cause a sensation at Wimbledon. The local hero receives a wild card from the organizers for the prestige tournament, just like the American Venus Williams. The organizers announced in London on Wednesday.
