Serena Williams has paid tribute to Andy Murray for his advocacy for women in tennis as she congratulated him on his “incredible career” in a social media post. The 23-time grand slam winner thanked Murray for speaking out in support of women and highlighted his grumpy on-court demeanor as one of the reasons she enjoyed watching him play.
Williams fondly recalled playing mixed doubles with Murray at Wimbledon in 2019, describing it as one of the highlights of her life. She praised Murray for hiring Amélie Mauresmo as his coach in 2014 and for his support of the women’s game, noting his efforts to highlight the achievements of female players.
The American tennis star expressed her gratitude for Murray’s support and praised him for his achievements in winning Wimbledon, the US Open, and Olympic gold medals. She described herself as a long-time fan of Murray and pledged to continue cheering him on in whatever he decides to do next.
Murray, a three-time grand slam champion, is currently playing in his final Wimbledon and was honored at a ceremony on Centre Court. Williams’ tribute to Murray on social media celebrated his career and his advocacy for women in tennis, highlighting the impact he has had on the sport.
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