Jamie Murray, the first British doubles player to reach world No 1, has announced his retirement from professional tennis. The 40-year-old, a seven-time Grand Slam champion, made the announcement on Instagram, stating, "My tennis journey comes to an end after 36 years." Murray, who has been working as a pundit for Sky Sports Tennis, expressed his gratitude for the experiences and support he received throughout his career, thanking his family, particularly his brother Andy, and others who contributed to his success.
Murray's retirement marks the end of an illustrious career, during which he won 34 doubles titles, including two Wimbledon mixed doubles titles and the 2016 Australian and US Open men's doubles titles. He also played a crucial role in Great Britain's 2015 Davis Cup victory, partnering with his brother Andy in the quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final. Murray's achievements have been recognized by Britain's Davis Cup captain, Leon Smith, who praised his invaluable contribution to the sport.
Murray's brother, Andy, also paid tribute to him on social media, highlighting their shared experiences and memories on and off the court. Jamie Murray will take on the role of tournament director at the HSBC Championships at Queen's Club this summer.