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Wales Online
12 minutes ago
- Wales Online
Andy Murray's life since tennis retirement – Wimbledon snub, new job, life with wife Kim
Andy Murray's life since tennis retirement – Wimbledon snub, new job, life with wife Kim Tennis icon Andy Murray has been a busy man since retiring from top-level tennis, even taking up a brief coaching role and filming an advert that was subsequently banned Andy Murray with wife Kim during his theatre tour (Image:) Andy Murray has kept himself busy since retiring from tennis following the 2024 Olympic Games. The Scot won three Grand Slam titles following an illustrious career that saw him compete with the 'big three' of his era: Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. Murray remains a towering figure in British tennis while also pursuing other interests over the last 12 months. As well as spending extra time with his wife, Kim, and their four children, he has completed a live theatre tour and spent extra time trying to lower his golf handicap. A year on since he bowed out of the sport as a player, here's the lowdown on the 38-year-old's life now, including a short-lived new job and an advert that was banned from TV… New job with rival Murray unexpectedly dipped his toe in coaching since calling it a day with a short-lived stint working with one of his great rivals, Djokovic. The pair linked up before this year's Australian Open. Speaking ahead of the tournament, Murray insisted he would have no issue being ranted at by the fiery Serbian. He said: "Providing that he's giving his best effort and trying as hard as he can, I'm absolutely fine with him expressing himself how he wants." Murray admitted the call to work with the 24-time Grand Slam winner was as big a shock to him as it was to the rest of the tennis world. He said: "I was enjoying being away from the tour, and I really hadn't watched much tennis. Article continues below "I had not missed playing or competing or being on a tennis court at all. I was actually playing golf. We'd actually been exchanging messages. Novak had messaged me just wanting to chat. Murray during his brief spell working with Novak Djokovic (Image: Getty) "I was on the 17th hole of the golf course, and the guy I was playing with said to me, 'Do you know what's next?' I was like, 'No, not really.' He said, 'Do you have any plans to do any coaching?' And I said, 'Honestly, I can't think of anything worse to do right now.' "And then 30 minutes later I was in the car and I called Novak, and then we had a conversation and he asked if I would be interested in helping, which I obviously wasn't expecting. "I said to him, 'Look, I need to think about it and talk to my family.' So I spoke to them and, after a couple of days, I thought that it was a pretty unique opportunity and experience." However, the partnership lasted just one Grand Slam, as it was announced in May that they would no longer work together. Murray said: "Thanks to Novak for the unbelievable opportunity to work together, and thanks to his team for all their hard work over the past six months. I wish Novak all the best for the rest of the season." Speaking tour Murray recently completed a live speaking tour, 'Centre Stage,' during which he discussed his career in front of a live theatre audience. The tour took place in June and included appearances at theatres in Glasgow, Edinburgh, London's Apollo, and the New Wimbledon Theatre. Guests included wife Kim, mother Judy, and tennis icon John McEnroe. John McEnroe made an appearance on Andy Murray's 'Centre Stage' tour (Image: Getty) Wimbledon snub Despite his connection with Wimbledon, Murray decided to skip the 2025 tournament. Explaining his decision, he told the Guardian: "I'm not working there. I don't go to watch tennis as a fan. But if one of my kids wanted to go along and watch, I obviously would take them. If a British player made the final, I'd go. "I went to the Novak Djokovic vs Carlos Alcaraz final a couple of years ago, just because I had a feeling it was going to be a great match. But I won't be there otherwise." Banned advert Murray appeared in an advert in Australia that was banned after viewers complained it "promoted kidnapping." The two-time Wimbledon champion featured in a commercial for Uber Eats that aired during this year's Australian Open. The ad shows Murray being approached by two delivery drivers at his hotel. He tells them he didn't order anything before they reply, "We're here for you, actually," before saying, "We get all kinds of stuff now." Murray is then told to "get in the bag" before the tennis icon flees down the corridor. Murray then jumps out of a glass window before running off. A message appears on the screen saying, "Order Andy Murray on Uber Eats Now. We haven't caught him yet, but he can't run forever." However, after complaints to the Australian TV watchdog, the Ad Standards Community Panel, the ad will not be shown on TV again. The panel upheld the complaint about kidnapping, saying it " depicted violent and threatening behaviour." However, it conceded it was "unlikely to lead to copycat behaviour." One complaint said: "Why is kidnapping being promoted as a normal act. It is against the law. The Uber ads will teach children it is OK to kidnap people." Improving his golf Tennis retirement has allowed Murray to devote more time to another of his sporting passions, golf. The seven-handicapper played at the BMW PGA Championship's Pro-Am in Wentworth last year and won the first BTJA Mike Dickson Golf Day, held in memory of the long-serving Daily Mail tennis reporter, who died while covering the 2024 Australian Open. Murray said of golf: "It's a different sort of nerves, because you are comfortable in the sort of tennis environment. I'm not thinking I'm going to walk out on the tennis court and forget how to hit the ball. Murray has been honing his golf game since tennis retirement (Image: Getty Images) "Whereas here [on the golf course], there's people standing five metres away from where I'm driving, and I'm like, I'm useless at this game. You just want to try and keep the ball in play and don't mess up too much. I'm obviously getting to practice a lot more than the average person. "I obviously played a bit when I was younger, and if I can get the right sort of lessons and practise the right things, then yeah, I've got a chance of doing that [becoming a scratch player]." Life with Kim Murray's wife, Kim, has been a constant by his side over the last twenty years. Murray has regularly praised his other half, who prefers to stay out of the limelight as much as possible. Speaking to the New York Times, he said: "She doesn't like being in the newspapers, and people commenting on what she's wearing and how she looks, and those sorts of things. Article continues below "That's one of the things that I guess she's also sacrificed, a little bit, for our relationship, and I appreciate that a lot. You're in these huge cities meeting new people all the time and it would be easy to get your head turned. But Kim's always been there for me. She really cares about me and helps with so many things. She always has. That's why we have such a great relationship."
Scottish Sun
38 minutes ago
- Scottish Sun
British riding star, 37, tragically dies after horror fall at fence while competing at horse trials
Tributes have poured in for the talented athlete JUMP TRAGEDY British riding star, 37, tragically dies after horror fall at fence while competing at horse trials Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HORSE riding star Sarah Yorke has died aged 37 after falling in a competition. The devastating accident happened yesterday at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Sarah Yorke tragically died in a horse-riding accident Credit: Instagram 3 The heartbreaking accident happened yesterday at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials Credit: Instagram Sarah fell at the third fence in the showjumping part of the eventing contest, a multi-stage equestrian sport which also has cross-country and dressage elements. Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence 3 but she could not be saved. Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site veterinary team, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured. Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing (BE), expressed the organisation's condolences: 'On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends. Read More in Sport 'BACK HOME' De Gea set to finally get long overdue Man Utd send-off with emotional return "The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time.' Tributes have since poured in for Sarah on the official social media pages for British Eventing. One wrote on Facebook: "Sarah I am going to miss your smile, you brought energy everywhere you went. "You are one of a kind and bloody good friend and you will wear the brightest angel wings. "I have few words only tears at this very sad time. Another said: "Heartbreaking. Deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends." The BE statement added that 'a full review of the incident will now be undertaken by British Eventing in line with our established protocols'. British Eventing has emphasised the importance of community support during this difficult time. Sarah and her horse were competing at the BE100 level of the competition for their first time together. The division was designed for grassroots riders and horses to gain experience. She was fresh off a win last month with her seven-year-old horse, in the BE90 class at trials at the Swalcliffe Park equestrian centre, near Banbury, Oxfordshire. The BE Support Trust helpline, which is staffed by trained professionals, is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on 07780 008877.
Daily Mirror
43 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
British riding star, 37, dies after horror fall during equestrian event
Sarah Yorke was competing her horse MGH HERA when she fell at the third fence on the course at the Aston-le-Walls. British Eventing chiefs abandoned the rest of the competition on Saturday The British equestrian community is mourning the loss of a rider who died after falling from her horse at an event. Sarah Yorke, 37, was competing at Aston-le-Walls Horse Trials in Northamptonshire on Friday when the accident happened. "Medical professionals attended immediately following her fall at fence three; however, tragically, she could not be saved," a statement from British Eventing said. "Her horse, MGH HERA, was assessed by the on-site vets, walked back to the stable, and is uninjured." British Eventing chiefs called off the rest of the competition on Saturday, which had dressage, cross-country, and show jumping phases. Yorke, who won last time out, was riding in the BE100 class for the first time on her seven-year-old mount. Rosie Williams, Chief Executive of British Eventing, said: 'On behalf of everyone at British Eventing, I would like to express our deepest condolences to Sarah's family and friends. The thoughts of the entire eventing community are with them at this incredibly difficult time." The sport's governing body confirmed a full review would take place and said the BE Support Trust helpline was available. "The British Eventing Support Trust extends our heartfelt condolences to Sarah Yorke's family and friends alongside all who were involved in and affected by yesterday's tragedy," a further statement added. "The British Eventing Support Trust, working together with Sporting Chance, is offering help and support to anyone who wants it or is seeking it during this difficult time. "Please call 07780 008877 any time of the day or night and you will be connected with a mental health professional who will ensure you are connected to the most appropriate support."
