Childhood and Education Journey of Andy Murray in Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Andy Murray. From birth to education, explore key events.
Andy Murray is a British former professional tennis player who achieved the world No. 1 ranking for 41 weeks, finishing as the year-end No. 1 in 2016. He secured 46 ATP Tour-level singles titles, including three Grand Slam victories at the US Open (2012) and Wimbledon (2013, 2016). Murray's accomplishments also include two Olympic gold medals, winning the 2016 ATP World Tour Finals, and 14 Masters 1000 titles. He reached a total of eleven major finals, solidifying his place as one of the most accomplished tennis players of his era.
May 1987: Andrew Murray's Birth
In May 1987, Sir Andrew Barron Murray was born. He later became a British professional tennis player.
1996: Dunblane School Massacre
In 1996, Murray was present during the Dunblane school massacre, where he took cover in a classroom.
1998: Coach Leon Smith
From 1998 Murray started being coached by Leon Smith.
2003: Coach Pato Álvarez
From 2003 Murray started being coached by Pato Álvarez.
2004: End of Coaching by Leon Smith
In 2004 Murray's coach Leon Smith stopped coaching Murray.
2005: End of Coaching by Pato Álvarez
In 2005 Murray's coach Pato Álvarez stopped coaching Murray.
2006: National Identity Comments
Before Wimbledon 2006, Murray made comments about supporting whoever England was playing at the 2006 World Cup, which sparked discussions about his national identity.
2006: Coach Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey
In 2006 Murray was coached by Brad Gilbert and Mark Petchey.
2006: World Cup Comments
In 2006, Murray cited abuse he received after making comments regarding the World Cup as a reason for his reluctance to comment on the Scottish Independence Referendum.
2007: Coach Brad Gilbert and Miles Maclagan
In 2007 Murray was coached by Brad Gilbert and Miles Maclagan.
2009: Malaria No More UK Launch
In 2009, Murray helped launch the Malaria No More UK Leadership Council with David Beckham.
2009: Adidas Deal
In 2009, Murray signed a five-year deal with Adidas worth £10 million.
2010: Coach Àlex Corretja and Miles Maclagan
In 2010 Murray was coached by Àlex Corretja and Miles Maclagan.
2011: Coach Àlex Corretja and Ivan Lendl
In 2011 Murray was coached by Àlex Corretja and Ivan Lendl.
2011: Rally for Relief
In 2011, Murray took part in the Rally for Relief charity tennis events before the Australian Open.
February 2013: Purchase of Cromlix House Hotel
In February 2013, Murray bought Cromlix House hotel near Dunblane for £1.8 million.
June 2013: Rally Against Cancer
In June 2013, Murray teamed up with Tim Henman for a charity doubles match at the Rally Against Cancer event, raising money for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity. He donated his prize money to the charity.
April 2014: Reopening of Cromlix House Hotel
In April 2014, Murray reopened the Cromlix House Hotel.
June 2014: Rally for Bally
In June 2014, Murray featured in the 'Rally for Bally' event to raise money for the Royal Marsden Cancer Charity and the Elena Baltacha Academy of Tennis following Elena Baltacha's death. He was later awarded the Arthur Ashe Humanitarian of the Year award for 2014.
December 2014: Under Armour Partnership
In December 2014, Murray began a four-year partnership with Under Armour, reportedly worth $25 million.
2014: Coach Amélie Mauresmo and Ivan Lendl
In 2014 Murray was coached by Amélie Mauresmo and Ivan Lendl.
2014: Scottish Independence Referendum Stance
In 2014, Murray initially declined to endorse either side of the Scottish independence referendum due to past abuse. Shortly before the referendum, he tweeted a message perceived as pro-independence, resulting in online abuse. After the vote, where 55% opposed independence, Murray stated he didn't regret his view but would focus on his tennis career.
2015: Criticism of Double Standard and Feminist Stance
In 2015, Murray criticized the double standard applied to Amélie Mauresmo as his coach and highlighted the lack of female coaches in elite tennis. He also argued for equal prize money for male and female tennis players and identified as a feminist.
2016: Coach Amélie Mauresmo, Jamie Delgado, and Ivan Lendl
In 2016 Murray was coached by Amélie Mauresmo, Jamie Delgado, and Ivan Lendl.
August 2018: Bob Bryan's BHR operation
In January 2019, it was noted that Bob Bryan urged Murray to have the "Birmingham hip resurfacing (BHR)" operation he underwent in August 2018.
May 2019: Received Knighthood
In May 2019, Andy Murray received his knighthood from Prince Charles at Buckingham Palace.
June 2020: Support for Black Lives Matter
In June 2020, Murray lent his support to the Black Lives Matter movement, taking a knee during an exhibition tournament.
March 2022: Coached by Dani Vallverdu and Ivan Lendl
In March 2022, Murray was briefly coached by Dani Vallverdu. Ivan Lendl was his coach from March 2022 until November 2023.
2022: Move to Leatherhead
In 2022, Murray and his family moved to Leatherhead.
November 2023: End of Coaching by Ivan Lendl
In November 2023, Ivan Lendl stopped coaching Murray.
October 2024: First Golf Trophy
In October 2024, Murray participated in the BTJA Mike Dickson Golf Day and picked up his first golf trophy since retirement.
