World number 4 Daniil Medvedev has heaped praise on three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray, calling him an inspiration.
World number 4 Daniil Medvedev has heaped praise on three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray, calling him an inspiration. Murray could call time on his illustrious career following the Paris Olympics later this year.
The 36-year-old said he could retire after playing the 2024 Olympics and Wimbledon this season. Murray has won Wimbledon twice (2013, 2016) and the 2012 US Open, while also winning two Olympic gold medals.
Responding to his comments, Medvedev called Murray an inspiration, adding that he’s a fun guy to be around. Murray has won just two matches in 2024.
“First of all, he’s a fun guy, a great guy to be around. That’s always a great quality in life. For sure he’s an inspiration of mine because I remember when I was just going up the rankings, that’s the moment when he was winning Slams, playing finals against Roger [Federer], Rafa [Nadal] and Novak [Djokovic]. So the Big Four,” said Medvedev.
The Russian tennis star went on to say that he would be sad to see Murray retire, while wishing him the best for life after tennis. Murray is currently ranked 67th in the ATP rankings for men’s singles.
“It’s going to be sad when he retires. Even I’m definitely not sure that he’s going to stop this year. Wimbledon is a big tournament, maybe Wimbledon and then stop. But while he’s here, it’s going to be fun. [When] he’s not here, I’m sure he’s going to find a good spot in his life after tennis,” Medvedev added.
‘HOPEFULLY I CAN COMPETE AT OLYMPICS’
Andy Murray, prior to his elimination in the Dubai Tennis Championship, said that he hopes to compete in the 2024 Olympics before retiring.
“I obviously still love competing and still love the game, but it obviously gets harder and harder the older you get to compete with the young guys and keep your body fit and fresh. I probably don’t have too long left, but I’ll do as best as I can these last few months. Hopefully, I can get the chance to compete at another one (Olympics),” Murray told BBC Radio.
Andy Murray got eliminated in the round of 16 stage of the Dubai Tennis Championship, losing to fifth seed Ugo Humbert in straight sets.
