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‘Totally gutted’: Social media reaction to Murray’s withdrawal
Tennis fans on social media are reacting to the disappointing news that Andy Murray has played his last singles match at Wimbledon after pulling out of this year’s Championships just hours before he was due on Centre Court.
Here are just some comments on social media reacting to the news:
Full timeline of Andy Murray’s injury struggles
Andy Murray’s dream of a Wimbledon swansong is in ruins following his withdrawal from his first round match on Centre Court today.
The 37-year-old had surgery to remove a cyst from his spine on Saturday and there were reports on Sunday morning that the operation had ruled him out of Wimbledon.
The Scot has been plagued with injuries throughout his career and, since 2019, has been on the precipice of retirement due to the physical battles he’s endured.
MailSport has produced this timeline dating the former champion’s struggles:
Full timeline of Murray’s injury struggles after his recent surgery
Read: Andy Murray men’s singles career at Wimbledon is OVER
Andy Murray has played his last singles match at Wimbledon, after the two time champion this morning took the ‘very difficult’ decision to withdraw from his first round.
The two-time former champion has been battling to recover from back surgery last weekend but has run out of time, with his first-round clash against Tomas Machac scheduled for Tuesday afternoon.
A statement from the 37-year-old’s team read: ‘Unfortunately, despite working incredibly hard on his recovery since his operation just over a week ago, Andy has taken the very difficult decision not to play the singles this year.
‘As you can imagine, he is extremely disappointed but has confirmed that he will be playing in the doubles with Jamie and looks forward to competing at Wimbledon for the last time.’
Read Matthew Lambert’s report here:
Andy Murray WITHDRAWS from first round match at Wimbledon
Breaking:Andy Murray withdraws from Wimbledon singles
Andy Murray has withdrawn from the singles competition at this year’s Wimbledon.
In a statement, his representatives said:
Unfortunately, despite working incredibly hard on his recovery since his operation just over a week ago, Andy has taken the very difficult decision not to play the singles this year. As you can imagine, he is extremely disappointed but has confirmed that he will be playing in the doubles with Jamie.
Crowds build with play an hour away
The first tennis matches on day two of Wimbledon are now less than an hour away as crowds continue to build outside the All England Club.
Here are the latest pictures we can bring you:
Read: The tennis power couple bidding for Wimbledon glory
MailOnline’s Arthur Parashar reports British tennis star Katie Boulter and her Australian boyfriend Alex de Minaur once hid their relationship by eating breakfast on separate tables.
But four years after their romance started over a 6am cup of coffee, Boulter and de Minaur are the power couple of world tennis who will both be bidding for Wimbledon glory when the clocks strikes 11am in SW19 today.
The lovebirds will be supporting one another before and after their respective games, but a last-minute switch in the schedule has left them unable to watch each other as they are playing at the exact same time.
Read Arthur’s report here:
The tennis power couple bidding for Wimbledon glory
Celeb spotting: Who was at Wimbledon yesterday?
MailOnline’s Showbiz team reported on several celebrities turning up at the All England Club for the first day of Wimbledon.
London-born actress Poppy Delevingne, 38, stunned in a chic cream ensemble as she attended alongside her dad Charles – after debuting her romance with Archie Keswick at BST Hyde Park on Saturday.
TV presenter Alison Hammond, 49, looked effortlessly stylish on Monday as she strutted down the concourse in a polka dot dress.
While actress and TV presenter Jameela Jamil and her boyfriend James Blake looked happier than ever as they enjoyed a loved-up date on day one of the Championships – just hours after James’ Glastonbury headline set on the Woodsies stage on Sunday evening.
We will bring you any celeb sightings we spot on day two.
Breaking:Andy Murray to practice at 1pm
Sir Andy Murray is listed to practice at Wimbledon at 1pm as fans wait to see if he will play on Centre Court this afternoon.
We will bring you the latest developments as we get them.
Watch: British player to ‘live his dream’ as he arrives for Grand Slam debut
This is the moment British tennis player Billy Harris arrived at the All England Club this morning as he makes his Grand Slam debut at the age of 29.
Harris spent many of his as he trawled round Europe and in 2022 was ranked outside the world top 400.
Before Queen’s he had earnt £232,000. Since then he has made £144,000 — and with £60,000 at least to come from Wimbledon, he is close to earning more in a month than in nine years.
See the video below:
New balls please!
These are the tennis balls that will be used during play on day two of the Wimbledon Championships.
All balls as well as posts and nets are supplied by the Dunlop Slazenger Group.
During matches, used balls are replaced by new ones after the first seven games and subsequently the conclusion of every ninth game between players.
Glass of Pimms nearly £10 as food and drink prices are hiked AGAIN
MailSport reporter Tamara Prenn revealed a glass of Pimms at Wimbledon this year will set cost tennis fans close to £10 after food and drink prices were hiked before the tournament.
For those looking to quench their thirst, a pint of beer – tournament sponsor Stella Artois likely the favoured choice of the fortnight – will set fans back £8.50, in a nearly-£1 increase from last year’s comparatively reasonable £7.55.
Read Tamara’s report here:
Revealed: Wimbledon hike their food and drink prices yet AGAIN
Watch: Sir David Attenborough receives ovation in Royal Box
There was a lovely moment in the Royal Box yesterday as spectators applauded Sir David Attenborough as he made his way to his seat.
The 98-year-old broadcaster and naturalist made his way past David Beckham and an array of other celebrities in the box overlooking Centre Court.
Recap the moment here:
Chilly start for fans as queues build on Day 2
Wimbledon fans have wrapped up warm with umbrellas ready as they joined the queues outside the All England Club on Tuesday.
Read: Emma Raducanu inspired by ‘ugly’ Euros win
MailOnline reporters Olivia Christie and Mark Duell report Emma Raducanu joked she was inspired by England’s ‘ugly’ win over Slovakia in the Euros following her victory over Renata Zarazua in her opening match
The British ace defeated the World No 98 from Mexico 7-6 6-3 as Three Lions legend David Beckham watched on from the Royal Box.
It was the 21-year-old’s first match back at the Championships since her injury-forced absence 12 months ago so her main goal was undoubtedly just to make it over the line.
Read Olivia and Mark’s report here:
Raducanu reveals she took inspiration from England’s ‘ugly’ win
In pictures: Snapshot of day one at Wimbledon
The first day of the Wimbledon Championships brought us style on and off the court as fans flocked to SW19 on one of the most eagerly anticipated days in the summer calendar.
Here are just some of our favourite pictures from the All England Club on Monday.
Off the court: Katherine Jenkins joins David Beckham in Royal Box following OBE drama
Our Showbiz reporter Rebecca Lawrence reports Katherine Jenkins was reunited with David Beckham at Wimbledon on Monday, seven years after their OBE drama.
The singer, 44, looked stylish as she joined husband Andrew Levitas at All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club in south-west London before settling into her seat in the Royal Box.
For the outing, she was placed directly behind the former England footballer but the pair were not pictured interacting.
Read Rebecca’s report here:
Katherine Jenkins joins David Beckham in the Royal Box after OBE row
Order of play
Let’s take a look at the action on the court today with 12 Brits in action hoping to join Emma Raducanu, Lily Mayazaki and Sonay Kartal in the second round.
Centre Court from 1.30pm:
Marketa Vondrousova (6) v Jessica Bouzas ManeiroNovak Djokovic (2) v Vit KoprivaAndy Murray v Tomas Machac
Court One from 1pm:
Elena Rybakina (4) v Elena-Gabriela RuseAlexander Zverev (4) v Roberto Carballes BaenaIga Swiatek (1) v Sofia Kenin
Other selected matches
Jack Draper (pictured) (28) v Elias Ymer Katie Boulter (32) v Tatjana Maria Cameron Norrie v Facundo Diaz Acosta Dan Evans v Alejandro Tabilo (24)Harriet Dart v Zhuoxuan Bai Jacob Fearnley v Alejandro Moro Canas Paul Jubb v Thiago Seyboth WildBilly Harris v Jaume MunarHenry Searle v Marcos GironFrancesca Jones v Petra MartićJan Choinski v Luciano Darderi
Read: Andy Murray’s day of destiny
Mark Duell reports Wimbledon fans are set for an emotional day should Sir Andy Murray declare himself fit for one last campaign at the All England Club.
The two-time former champion, who will give himself until the last minute to decide if he is able to play, is one of 12 Britons scheduled for singles action today.
Defending women’s champion Marketa Vondrousova will open play on Centre Court while seven-time winner Novak Djokovic begins his bid to reclaim the men’s title.
Read Mark’s report here:
Andy Murray will decide at last minute whether to play at Wimbledon
Good morning!
Hello and welcome to MailOnline’s live coverage as we serve up updates, reaction and pictures from the second day of the Wimbledon Championships.
One of the highlights of the British summer, the tournament got off to a star-studded start on Monday with ex-England football captain David Beckham, esteemed naturalist Sir David Attenborough and singer Katherine Jenkins seated in the Royal Box overlooking Centre Court.
On the court, Wimbledon fans will be hoping to get a glimpse of Sir Andy Murray who will decide whether he is fit enough to play his first round singles match against Tomas Machac.
Stick with our coverage as we bring you all the glitz, glamour and goings on at the All England Club.
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