Switzerland’s national team generated the biggest upset at the European Championships, as they beat France. The Swiss players beat France 5-4 on penalties after drawing 3-3 in extra time. Switzerland received praise from all around the world, and Roger Federer and Belinda Bencic applauded them as well. Now, Andy Murray has given his say on the Swiss National soccer team.
Recently on Twitter, LTA put up a picture of Roger Federer and Andy Murray laughing and asked for responses from Twitter users. Murray did not waste any time in stealing the limelight and tweeted a witty response.
“Switzerland are going to win the euros” said Federer.
— Andy Murray (@andy_murray) June 26, 2021
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Andy Murray and Roger Federer at Wimbledon Championships 2021
Andy Murray had to work hard for his first-round win at SW19. The Scott was on the cusp of a defeat, as he was struggling to find form. The former World No. 1 won his first two games against Nikoloz Basilashvili with the first two sets 6-4, 6-3. However, Murray was put under the bus, when he was leading 5-0 in the third set, and Nikoloz then planned on switching gears. The Georgian won seven games in a row to win the third set? 7-5. However, Murray prevented another upset on Day 1, as he won the fourth set 6-3.
Andy Murray will be playing either Oscar Otte or Arthur Rinderknech on Wednesday for his second-round match.
Meanwhile, Roger Federer will be playing his first-round match today, against Adrian Mannarino of France. The Swiss star is expected to have a long run, as this might be his last chance to win a Slam. However, the age factor and injuries will not be on his side.
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The comeback of Murray and Federer
Andy Murray and Roger Federer are in some ways making a comeback with the Wimbledon Championships 2021. Murray is playing after three years at the Wimbledon grass courts, and Roger will be looking to avenge his 2019 finals loss against Novak Djokovic.
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The two players have won numerous grass court titles. Murray has won two Wimbledon titles, whereas Federer already has a record eight Wimbledon titles. It will be a test of time and strength for the two former World No. 1s as they battle it out on the court.