1. Andy Murray is the first British man to win a Grand Slam singles title in 76 years, achieving this at the 2012 US Open.
2. He has a unique playing style that incorporates a two-handed backhand, which is less common among male players.
3. In 2013, Murray became the first British man to win Wimbledon since Fred Perry in 1936.
4. He has been an advocate for gender equality in sports, famously wearing a “This is what a feminist looks like” shirt at a press conference.
5. Murray was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2013 for his services to tennis and charity work.
6. He has a strong interest in technology and even helped design a tennis racket with a company called Head.
7. In 2019, he underwent hip resurfacing surgery, a procedure that was initially considered to be a career-ending injury for many athletes.
8. He has a passion for music and has been known to play the guitar in his spare time.
9. Murray has a remarkable record in Davis Cup, leading Great Britain to victory in 2015 for the first time since 1936.
10. He is an avid fan of soccer and supports Hibernian FC, the club based in his hometown of Edinburgh.
