‘Always Rubbing on My Finger..’- British Tennis Legend Andy Murray Reveals Bizarre Move as He Remembers Wide-Spread Engagement Ring Saga

Throughout his illustrious career, Andy Murray has faced numerous challenges on the tennis court. From formidable opponents to injury setbacks, the Grand Slam champion has time and again proved his mettle, rising to every occasion with the heart of a warrior. However, in a rather unexpected twist, Murray’s most recent challenge involves not just his skills and athleticism but also his wedding ring.

The beloved tennis star, who married his long-time partner Kim Sears in 2015, has been wearing his wedding ring with pride ever since. But as it turns out, the symbol of love and commitment can sometimes interfere with the very thing that brought the couple together – tennis.

Andy Murray confesses not to be able to play due to his wedding ring and also shares his solution to it

Murray, known for his powerful backhand, began experiencing discomfort while playing the shot due to his wedding ring rubbing against the racquet handle. During an episode of Around The Grounds, he said, “The wedding ring was always rubbing on my finger. I got blisters and it was uncomfortable.”

Determined to find a solution that would allow him to continue wearing the ring and play without hindrance, the ingenious Scot came up with a unique idea: tying the ring to his shoelace while on the court. He added, “I started tying it to my shoe and it was working really well”.

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Initially, this makeshift solution seemed to work well for Murray. With his ring securely fastened to his shoelace, he was able to execute his backhand without any discomfort, and his performance on the court remained as strong as ever.

Murray shares how he lost his ring and never got it back

As anyone who has ever lost a cherished item can attest that even the most well-intentioned plans can sometimes go awry.

One fateful day, during a particularly intense match, Murray realized to his horror that his wedding ring had gone missing. The resilient player, who had faced countless high-pressure situations throughout his career, was suddenly faced with a challenge that went beyond the boundaries of the tennis court.

During the interview, he shared that tying the ring to the shoe was working well for him but eventually, he lost the ring and was never able to get it back.

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