“45 Minute Walk”: Andy Murray Recalls Funny Anecdote From His Last Moselle Open

The three times grand slam champion Sir Andy Murray has always been under the spotlight over his dramatic stories and comments. During his press conference, the Brit recalled an amusing anecdote from 2007.

After an early first round exit at US Open 2021, Andy Murray is back on the tour again. The former world number one is set to play at Moselle open in Metz, France.

Murray recollected some old memories

During his press conference, a French reported asked to share some memories on the last time he played at Metz. Andy Murray’s last appearance at Moselle open was in 2007 finals against Tommy Robredo. Despite winning the first set handsomely by 6-0, Murray was unable to finish off the match with a good note. He lost to Robredo with a score of 6-0, 2-6, 3-6.

In his words the former world number said,” The guy who drove me back from the practice court to the hotel today was the driver who was driving back to the hotel after I lost to Tommy Robredo in the final in 2007. Brad Gilbert was coaching me at that time and he was not happy with me after the final.”

He further added,” It got pretty heated in the car and I actually got our and walked back to the hotel. I remember getting out and walking back to the hotel was a lot further than what i thought it was. It’s like 10-15 minutes in the car but more like a 45 minute walk. I didn’t really need that after playing a three set match.” Following his press conference, Brad Gilbert also posted regarding this unfortunate scenario.

Andy Murray at US Open 2021

Andy Murray was tested in a five-setter in the opening round itself. Stefanos Tsitsipas and Andy Murray’s match lasted over five hours in which Tsitsipas finally secured the match by winning the fifth set. The encounter was controversial, with Murray accusing Tsitsipas of cheating when Tsitsipas took an eight-minute toilet break during the play.  The former world number is set to play at Moselle Open in Metz, France commenced from 19th September. He’ll face Ugo Humbert in the round of 32.

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