Tennis legend Serena Williams has paid tribute to Andy Murray in a heartfelt social media post, thanking him for his advocacy for women in the sport. Murray, a three-time grand slam champion, is playing in his final Wimbledon and was honored at a ceremony on Centre Court. Williams, a 23-time grand slam winner, praised Murray for always speaking out in support of women and their rightful place in tennis.
In her video tribute, Williams expressed her admiration for Murray’s on-court intensity and the excitement he brought to the game. She also recounted their memorable experience playing mixed doubles together at Wimbledon in 2019, calling it one of the highlights of her life. Williams credited Murray for hiring Amélie Mauresmo as his coach in 2014, breaking new ground in the sport, and for consistently highlighting the women’s game.
Williams reflected on Murray’s supportive comments about her and her sister Venus, noting the impact they had on her. She fondly recalled watching Murray’s victories at Wimbledon and the US Open, as well as his Olympic gold medal wins. Williams ended her tribute by expressing her unwavering support for Murray and cheering him on in whatever he chooses to do next in his career. The heartfelt message from one tennis great to another serves as a reminder of the mutual respect and admiration shared between Williams and Murray.
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