Former doubles world No. 1 Jamie Murray, part of British tennis royalty, is closing the curtain on his brilliant career.
The 40-year-old Jamie Murray, who made history as the first British man to ever hold the world No. 1 doubles ranking, announced his retirement today.
“My tennis journey comes to an end after 36 years,”Jamie Murray wrote in an Instagram post. “I feel very fortunate and privileged for all the amazing experiences this great sport has given me.
“Thanks Mum, Dad, Andy, Ale, Alan, Louis and Thomas for all your incredible support, efforts and sacrifices throughout my career that allowed me to achieve everything I could in the game.”
The Murray Story is a story of family tennis.
Mom Judy Murray, a standout Scottish player, was original coach for sons Jamie Murray and Andy Murray, who would rise from Dunblane, Scotland to historic heights with Andy attaining the singles world No. 1 ranking and Jamie holding the doubles top spot.
Left-handed Jamie Murray won 34 ATP doubles titles, two Grand Slam doubles championships and five mixed doubles championships. Together, the Murray brother joined forces to lead Team GB to a history Davis Cup championship with a victory over Belgium in the final.
Proud brother 💙
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