Andy Murray Receives a Major Confidence Boost From Billie Jean King’s Latest Stance Amid Tough Times
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Andy Murray gave great competition to the big three of the ATP. However, after a series of injuries, he has faced a steady decline over the years. Despite the continuous struggles, Murray has not stopped playing on tour. Many in the tennis world have floated the question of his retirement, and Billie Jean King has finally given us an answer.
While Murray has not confirmed his retirement status, he did drop a major hint after his Australian Open stint ended. There is no confirmation, but King has given us a possible answer as to when he is likely to stop playing.
Billie Jean King reveals the possible retirement of Andy Murray
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Murray has been asked many times when he will retire in the last few years. The Briton does not show interest in giving a conclusive answer, but the fans continue to ask him such a question. Many have also shared their theories as to when the former number 1 will hang up the racket. Billie Jean King, who follows the sport closely to this day, has also shared her opinion on the matter.
When should @andy_murray decide to end his incredible career?
When he decides it's time.
Andy Murray loves tennis, and should do what he wants, when he wants to do it.
— Billie Jean King (@BillieJeanKing) February 9, 2024
On her ‘X’ page, she wrote, “When should @andy_murray decide to end his incredible career? When he decides it’s time. Andy Murray loves tennis, and should do what he wants, when he wants to do it.” King likely aims to push back on the people who keep on contemplating the retirement of the star who continues to play.
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While King is pushing back on the constant comments of retirement, Murray himself gave a hint about his possible retirement in the future after an early exit in the first slam of the year.
Andy Murray drops a major hint for retirement
Tennis legend Andy Murray indicated during a press conference at the Australian Open that the current tournament in Melbourne could be his last. The big-four tennis legend revealed an unclear future in the sport, saying, “There is a definite possibility that’ll be the last time I play here.” Murray faced Tomás Martín Etcheverry in the first round of the slam and lost in straight sets.
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Murray has not been on a winning streak for a long time, and his losses this year just add to them. While he has not shared any plans of giving up on his career, the tennis world is not likely to reduce their discussion on the matter.
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