Andy Murray had an impressive tennis career, achieving the world number one ranking and winning three Grand Slam titles.
The British tennis star faced defeat in his first four Grand Slam finals but eventually secured his first major victory at the 2012 US Open by beating Novak Djokovic in the final.
He followed up with a second Grand Slam title the next year, when Murray triumphed over Djokovic again at Wimbledon, winning 6-4, 7-5, 6-4.
In 2016, Murray clinched his second Wimbledon title and third Grand Slam by defeating Milos Raonic in straight sets on Centre Court. However, he struggled to add to his Grand Slam tally, frequently falling short against Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer in the latter stages of Grand Slam events.
Nick Kyrgios suggests Andy Murray would have claimed ‘at least’ ten Grand Slams in a different time
On the talkSPORT Breakfast show, Kyrgios speculated about how many Grand Slam titles Murray could have achieved if not for the presence of Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic. He noted, “It was nearly impossible for anyone like me to secure a Grand Slam during the dominance of those greats.”
Kyrgios lamented Murray’s injury struggles toward the end of his career, saying, “It’s sad to see someone with such talent face injuries. Even after retiring, he immediately took on a coaching role with Djokovic, highlighting how much he loves the sport.” He also remarked on the evolving nature of men’s tennis, pointing to Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner as emerging stars leading the new generation in the game.
Murray’s Major Finals Against the ‘Big Three’
Kyrgios believes that Murray would have won more titles in a different era; however, it’s notable how many finals he lost to the ‘big three’. His defeats include: 2008 US Open (to Federer), 2010 Australian Open (to Federer), 2011 Australian Open (to Djokovic), 2012 Wimbledon (to Federer), and multiple losses at the Australian Open in subsequent years.
In total, Murray lost eight Grand Slam finals to Federer and Djokovic alone, including five close runner-up finishes at the Australian Open. The 2013 final was particularly painful for him, as he lost in a tiebreaker after leading by a set.
While Murray faced significant hurdles throughout his career, including numerous quarterfinals and semifinals against the legendary trio, the exact number of Grand Slam titles he could have secured remains uncertain. Nevertheless, his legacy includes three prestigious titles that he can look back on with pride.
