Andy Murray is set to bid farewell to Wimbledon, partnering with his brother Jamie in the men’s doubles on Thursday as British players take center stage on UK election day.
Despite missing out on competing in the singles due to a spinal cyst operation last month, Murray remains eager for a final appearance on Centre Court.
The 37-year-old, who won Wimbledon in 2013 and 2016, expressed his desire for closure and the opportunity to play one last time in front of his home crowd.
Although Murray’s singles ambitions were thwarted, he will still tread the famous turf in the men’s doubles and mixed doubles with Emma Raducanu. The Murray brothers will face Australian pair Rinky Hijikata and John Peers, with the crowd’s enthusiasm expected to be high.
Meanwhile, seven-time champion Novak Djokovic continues his quest for an eighth Wimbledon title. After a knee operation following his French Open injury, Djokovic returned with a dominant performance against Vit Kopriva, losing just five games. He now faces British rookie Jacob Fearnley in the second round, prepared to handle the home crowd’s support for the local player.
British women’s number one Katie Boulter, ranked 29, will play compatriot Harriet Dart, followed by Jack Draper, Britain’s leading man, who will take on Cameron Norrie. Draper, 22, is the favorite after his recent success on grass, while Norrie aims to regain his top form.
As Wimbledon coincides with the UK’s election day, British players hope to give fans more reasons to cheer beyond the political arena.
With Murray’s swan song and exciting matchups featuring homegrown talent, the All England Club promises a memorable day for British tennis enthusiasts.
