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Andy Murray's career in numbers: Records, stats and titles

Published at :April 3, 2024 at 1:58 PM
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Kshitij Sahu


The athlete from Great Britain has won a total of three Grand Slam titles.

Andy Murray, a legendary figure in the realm of professional tennis, has cemented his status as one of the sport’s most formidable competitors through a career filled with determination, resilience, and remarkable achievements. Born on May 15, 1987, in Glasgow, Scotland, Murray’s journey to greatness began at a young age, guided by his supportive family and an unyielding passion for the game.

Displaying exceptional talent from the outset, Murray quickly established himself as a force to be reckoned with on the international tennis scene. Murray’s prodigious talent shone brightly during his junior years, as he captured the attention of tennis enthusiasts and experts alike. In 2004, at the age of 17, he became the youngest-ever winner of the US Open Junior title, laying the foundation for a remarkable career that would unfold over the next two decades.

Bolstered by his early successes, Murray embarked on the professional circuit, ready to prove himself against the world’s best players. Over the course of his illustrious career, Murray’s dedication and unwavering commitment to excellence propelled him to the upper echelons of the sport. By 2010 he was considered amongst the big four who dominated tennis.

His relentless work ethic, combined with a strategic and versatile playing style, enabled him to compete at the highest level, making him a formidable opponent on any surface. Renowned for his exceptional defense, Murray possessed a rare ability to turn defense into offense, frustrating opponents with his uncanny retrieval skills and well-crafted counterattacks.

Grand Slam Titles

U.S. Open- Winner (2012)

Wimbledon- winner (2013, 2016)

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Olympic Gold Medals

London Olympics 2012 (Gold)

Rio Olympics 2016 (Gold)

ATP Singles Titles

Murray has amassed a total of 48 ATP singles titles over the course of his career, showcasing his consistency and ability to excel in various tournaments.

ATP Masters 1000 Titles (Split by years)

Murray’s success extends to the ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, where he has won 14 titles, emphasizing his prowess in these highly competitive events. Some notable Masters 1000 titles include:

2008 – Cincinnati Open and Madrid Open

2009 – Canada Masters and Miami Open

2010 – Shanghai Masters and Canada Masters

2011 – Cincinnati Open and Shanghai Masters

2013 – Miami Open

2015 – Madrid Open and Canada Open

2016 – Shanghai Masters, Italian Open, and Paris Masters

ATP Tournament Wins (Split by year)

2006 – San Jose

2007 – St. Petersburg and San Jose

2008 – St. Petersburg, Marseille, Doha, Madrid Open, and Cincinnati Open

2009 – Valencia, London/Queen’s Club, Rotterdam, Doha, Canada Masters, and Miami Open

2010 – Shanghai Masters and Canada Masters

2011 – London/Queen’s Club, Tokyo, Bangkok, Shanghai Masters and Cincinnati Open

2012 – London Olympics, U.S Open and Brisbane

2013 – Wimbledon, London/Queen’s Club, Brisbane and Miami Open

2014 – Valencia, Vienna and Shenzen

2015 – Munich, Madrid Open, London/Queen’s Club, and Canada Masters

2016 – Italian Open, London/Queen’s Club, Wimbledon, Rio Olympics, Beijing, Shanghai Masters, Vienna, Paris Masters and ATP Tour Finals

2017 – Dubai

2019 – Antwerp

Davis Cup Triumph

2015 Winner

Murray played a vital role in leading Great Britain to Davis Cup glory in 2015. His exceptional performances throughout the tournament, including crucial wins in both singles and doubles matches, helped secure the nation’s first Davis Cup victory since 1936.

Other Achievements

41 weeks as World No. 1 and ended the 2016 season as year-end world no.1.

Most successful player at Queen’s Club Championship (London) with Six Titles (5 singles- 2009, 2011, 2013, 2015 and 2016. 1 Doubles- 2019)

The only player to have won all levels of the professional Tournament. ITF, Junior Grand slam, ATP Challenger, 250, 500, 1000, Olympics, Davis Cup, Men’s Grand Slam, World Tour Finals, Year End No.1  

Longest Wimbledon Final (4hrs 54mins vs Roger Federer 2012)

Prize Money- About $64 million as of June 20, 2023. One of the highest-earning tennis players.

Considered amongst the big four (Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Andy Murray)

Only tennis player male or female to successfully defend Olympic Gold (2012 and 2016)

Reached 11 Grand Slam final and won 3 of them (1 U.S Open and 2 Wimbledon)

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