Doubles legend Jamie Murray has retired from tennis.
Murray announced his retirement on Instagram.
“My tennis journey comes to an end after 36yrs. I feel very fortunate and privileged for all the amazing experiences this great sport has given me. Thanks, Mum, Dad, Andy, Ale, Alan, Louis, and Thomas, for all your incredible support, efforts, and sacrifices throughout my career that allowed me to achieve everything I could in the game. For everybody else that’s helped/supported me – I appreciate all of you! Excited to enter the real world! Jamie,” Murray wrote.
His brother, Andy Murray, has now given his thoughts on the news.
Andy Murray says he will ‘always owe’ Jamie Murray for his final Wimbledon match
In a video posted on the LTA’s Instagram account, Andy Murray sent the following message to his brother.
“Jamie, I’m not sure what I loved more when we were kids, being on court with you, or winding you up!” he said.
“But I know the way we pushed each other helped us both go as far as we did.
“You were the first to win a Wimbledon title, the first British player to reach the world number one since the seventies. Seven Grand Slams, 39 titles, and one of the best volleyers in the sport.
“After 22 years and more than a thousand matches, it’s been weird not checking in on all your results these past few months.
“Looking back, so many of the moments that mean the most to me on court, we were out there together.
Jamie Murray’s Grand Slam wins
| Tournament | Discipline | Partner |
| 2007 Wimbledon | Mixed doubles | Jelena Jankovic |
| 2016 Australian Open | Doubles | Bruno Soares |
| 2016 US Open | Doubles | Bruno Soares |
| 2017 Wimbledon | Mixed doubles | Martina Hingis |
| 2017 US Open | Mixed doubles | Martina Hingis |
| 2018 US Open | Mixed doubles | Bethanie Mattek-Sands |
| 2019 US Open | Mixed doubles | Bethanie Mattek-Sands |
“Our first Olympics in Beijing, to winning the Davis Cup, and all those ties back in Scotland.”
Murray then took a moment to thank his brother for teaming up with him for his final match at Wimbledon two years ago.
“I’ll always owe you for that final match on Centre Court,” he said.
“It meant everything to share that with you. And now it’s your turn to call it a day.
“I know you’re ready, I just hope you know how proud we all are of you.
“Jamie Murray: Grand Slam champion, Davis Cup winner, Olympian, world number one, partner, brother, very average golfer. Enjoy retirement, from your number one fan, Andy.”
What’s next for Jamie Murray after retirement?
It’s unclear exactly what’s next for Murray, but we have a pretty good idea.
Murray has been working as a pundit and commentator for Sky Sports recently, giving his insight during the Monte Carlo Masters.
Assuming he enjoys the work, there’s no reason why he can’t become a permanent fixture, alongside the likes of Tim Henman and Laura Robson.
Doubles stars react to Jamie Murray’s retirement
Several doubles legends reacted to Murray’s retirement post, sending messages to the seven-time Grand Slam winner.
“Congratulations Jamie. Can work on your fantasy team some more now,” said Neal Skupski.
“Yes Jimbo, was always a pleasure. Well done on an amazing career, mate, and the way you carried yourself was even more impressive. It was awesome to get to know you and partner with you, too. All the best moving forward, see you soon, no doubt,” said Matthew Ebden.
“Congrats on an amazing career my brother. Honored to have been part of this project. Thanks for the memories,” added Bruno Soares.
Having teamed up with some of the very best doubles players throughout his career, Murray will surely receive plenty more messages over the coming days!
