Tennis Legend Jamie Murray Announces Retirement

Jamie Murray, the first British doubles player to reach world No 1, has announced his retirement from professional tennis. The 40-year-old, who has been working as a pundit for Sky Sports Tennis, ends his career with seven Grand Slam titles. Murray played a crucial role in Great Britain's 2015 Davis Cup victory, partnering his brother Andy to doubles wins in the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final. "My 36-year tennis journey has come to an end," Murray posted on Instagram. "I feel fortunate for the amazing experiences this sport has given me." Murray won 34 doubles titles, including two Wimbledon mixed doubles titles and the 2016 Australian and US Open men's doubles titles with Bruno Soares. He also had an impressive Davis Cup record, with 14 wins from 20 doubles matches. Britain's Davis Cup captain Leon Smith praised Murray, saying: "Jamie's been an unbelievable player representing Great Britain on the world stage. He played an invaluable role in our 2015 Davis Cup winning campaign." Murray was the first British player to reach world No 1 in doubles and, along with Andy, became the first brothers to simultaneously top the singles and doubles rankings. Andy paid tribute to his brother on social media, saying: "Jamie, I'm not sure what I loved more when we were kids - being on court with you or winding you up. You were the first to win a Wimbledon title. The first British player to reach world No 1 since the 70s. Seven Grand Slams, 39 titles." Murray will take up the role of tournament director at the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club this summer.