Andy Murray

During the legal and sporting crisis surrounding Novak Djokovic's entry into Australia without COVID-19 vaccination, Murray said that the Serbian player had questions to answer about his movements following a positive test and that the whole affair was a frustrating distraction for tennis.

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Following the announcement of Maria Sharapova's positive meldonium test, Murray argued that a player who failed a drug test should be suspended and publicly criticised Head, his own equipment sponsor, for extending its partnership with Sharapova while proceedings were ongoing.

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Murray hired Amélie Mauresmo as his coach, a rare choice at the highest level of men's tennis. The partnership prompted sexist comments and particular media attention, especially after Murray's defeats. He later explained that Mauresmo's treatment had made him more of a feminist.

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Hours before the Scottish independence referendum, Murray posted a message indicating that the tone of the No campaign had pushed him towards voting 'Yes'. The political stance taken by one of Britain's leading sports figures triggered national debate and abusive messages directed at him.

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Murray said that 'everyone knows' fixed matches exist in tennis and that some players are approached. His comments, made while the tour was examining suspicious betting patterns, prompted reactions and a request for clarification from the ATP.

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After a match in Auckland, Murray said he and Kenneth Carlsen had 'played like women' because of numerous breaks of serve. The phrase was repeated as a disparaging remark about women's tennis and attracted early criticism of his public image.

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During a Davis Cup tie against Serbia and Montenegro, Murray became angry with the umpire and used foul language. The British team was fined $2,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct.

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