words by Robert Pollard Andy Murray exited Wimbledon at the semi-final stage for the third year running after a 5-7 6-2 6-2 6-4 defeat to defending champion Rafael Nadal. It was a bitterly disappointing performance from Murray who looked in control early in the match before capitulating badly, allowing Nadal to seize the initiative and take […]
April 17, 2011
Andy Murray exited the Monte Carlo Masters at the semi-final stage after a 6-4 2-6 6-1 defeat to world number one Rafael Nadal, leaving the Spaniard on course to win his seventh consecutive Monte Carlo title. Nadal was pushed hard by Murray who produced some of his best clay court tennis to date, eventually succumbing […]
August 17, 2010
Andy Murray’s grip on the Toronto Masters title remained firm as he successfully defended the title he won in Montreal 12 months ago. He defeated Roger Federer in the final, completing a 7-5 7-5 win after a rain-hit match. It was a sensational week for Murray, who also defeated Rafael Nadal, David Nalbandian, Gael Monfils […]
May 20, 2010
It would seem that the ATP World Tour has come to life in recent weeks. The two Masters Events in Rome and Madrid have ignited what has been an otherwise tepid start to 2010 from some of the game’s biggest names. Andy Murray’s form has picked up considerably, while in Madrid this week, Rafael Nadal […]
July 4, 2011
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