46 titles later, ‘Dumbledad’ Andy Murray singles out the ‘advantage’ of an early elimination at the Australian Open

Andy Murray lost his first-round match to Tomas Martin Etcheverry in straight sets.

46 titles later, ‘Dumbledad’ Andy Murray singles out the ‘advantage’ of an early elimination at the Australian Open

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Following a heartbreaking straight-set loss in the first round of the Australian Open, former World No. 1 Andy Murray has found a silver lining. The Briton had pointed out that his early exit at the Australian Open had given him more time to spend with his daughters.

Andy Murray makes up a fourth of the Big 4, along with big names like Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal. Murray, who has bagged three Grand Slam titles as of now, has played a pivotal role in shaping the game into what it is today. 

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However, the former World No. 1 has been having it tough as he nears the end of his career. His first-round loss to 24-year-old Tomas Martin Etcheverry is just a reminder of his struggles on court. However, the 36-year-old chose to find the silver lining in this experience.

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One of the huge advantages to losing in the first round of the Australian Open is getting to play Harry Potter dress up at 5:30am on a Sunday with my daughters. Dumbledad.
Said Murray

Nevertheless, it is still heartbreaking to see great players reaching the end of their careers. However, this paves the way for the next generation of players to make their debuts. The sport is seeing a passing the baton situation as the previous generation is retiring and the next generation of players are really making their mark.

Andy Murray addresses the possibility of the Australian Open 2024 being his last

Former World No. 1 Andy Murray talks about the “definite” possibility of the 2024 version of the Australian Open being his last.

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While the Briton has three Grand Slam titles to his name, he has been struggling the past few years, especially after his return to the court after surgery and recovery.

The current World No. 44 faced a first-round defeat in the first round of the Australian Slam. Following his defeat, he has acknowledged the fact that he might be playing in Australia for the last time. 

Yeah, it's a definite possibility that will be the last time I played here.
Said the 36-year-old.

His contemporary, Roger Federer, has already hung up his racket in 2022. While Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic are still playing, the Spaniard seems to be nearing the end of his illustrious career as well. So it is inevitable that the Brit will bid adieu to the sport as well.

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