Britain’s young tennis star Jack Draper has hinted that former world number one Andy Murray might return in an advisory role after retirement. The 37-year-old is regarded as the greatest British player in the history of men’s tennis in the Open era.
Murray has recently retired from professional tennis after participating in the Paris Olympics, where he was on Great Britain’s side. Draper, who was also on Great Britain’s side, was recently quoted in a report, explaining how special it was to be at Murray’s last event, who was also his idol. He also hinted that the former could return in an advisory role in the near future.
“lt was amazing. Andy's been such a role model and an inspiration for me throughout the years,” he said. “I think to be at his last event was incredible. Obviously, what he's done for the sport and done for British tennis, hopefully I can take it forward from here. To be a part of the team and to be at his last event. Hopefully, he's going to stick around and not be a stranger. He'll still be around and give advice and be a good friend.”
Murray finished his career with three Grand Slam titles to his name. He won the US Open in 2012 after beating Serbia’s legendary tennis star Novak Djokovic in a five-set thriller with a score of 7–6(12–10), 7–5, 2–6, 3–6, 6–2. The Glasgow-born star then went on to beat Djokovic in the final at Wimbledon 2013 in straight sets with a score of 6–4, 7–5, 6–4. Murray’s last Grand Slam triumph came in 2016 when he defeated Canada’s Milos Raonic in straight sets with a score of 6–4, 7–6(7–3), 7–6(7–2). Other than that, Murray also won two gold medals for his country at the Olympics.
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