Jamie Murray, the first British doubles player to reach world No 1, has brought an end to his illustrious tennis career. The 40-year-old, who recently worked as a pundit for Sky Sports Tennis, hangs up his racket with a remarkable seven Grand Slam titles to his name.
Murray played a pivotal role in Great Britain's historic 2015 Davis Cup victory, partnering his brother Andy to crucial doubles wins throughout the campaign. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Murray expressed his gratitude for the experiences and opportunities tennis has afforded him, thanking his family and support team for their unwavering dedication. With 34 doubles titles, including two Wimbledon mixed doubles crowns, Murray leaves an indelible mark on the sport. He also claimed the 2016 Australian and US Open men's doubles titles alongside Brazilian partner Bruno Soares.
Murray's impressive Davis Cup record boasts 14 wins from 20 doubles matches. Britain's Davis Cup captain, Leon Smith, praised Murray's invaluable contributions to the team, highlighting his achievements and commitment to the game. Murray made history as the first British player to reach world No 1 in doubles and, alongside Andy, became the first brothers to simultaneously top the singles and doubles rankings. The siblings made their final appearance together at Wimbledon in 2024.
Throughout his career, Murray competed in 1,019 ATP Tour-level matches, emerging victorious in 589. Andy Murray paid tribute to his brother, reflecting on their time on and off the court, and acknowledging the significant impact Jamie had on his own career.
Jamie Murray will assume the role of tournament director at the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club this summer.