Sir Andy Murray’s life off the tennis court has been just as eventful as his life on it. The three-time Grand Slam champion has faced many trials and tribulations, but has also found plenty of joy in retirement.
His brother Jamie Murray also boasts an illustrious career, having won seven Grand Slam titles in doubles and mixed doubles, while Andy has cemented his status as the greatest male tennis player of all time with 46 titles, including two Wimbledon championships, a US Open championship and two Olympic gold medals.
Despite their success, the brothers have had to overcome various challenges, both professionally and personally, and Andy has been open about his personal life, including his marriage and family.
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From his staggering net worth to his well-publicized feud with his siblings, here’s everything you need to know about the man behind the scam.
One of the most successful tennis players of our time, Andy Murray has amassed a fortune of more than £50 million throughout his illustrious career, according to a report in the Express newspaper.
Off the court, he earns a considerable income through contracts and sponsorships with big brands like Jaguar, Castore, Under Armour, Head, etc. Over the years, he has also collaborated with big companies like Amazon Prime Video, Standard Life, and American Express.
This gives him an estimated net worth of around £85 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth, although some sources say it could be closer to £100 million.
Tennis star Andy Murray has not only made a name for himself on the court, he’s also making a name for himself in the property market, owning a luxury home in Oxshott, Surrey, which he bought for more than £5 million in 2009. But his smart investments don’t end there, having sold an apartment in Miami for a profit and buying Cromlix House, a luxury hotel near where he grew up, for £1.8 million in 2014.
Murray’s personal life has been just as eventful as his professional one: he married Kim Sears, the daughter of tennis coach Nigel Sears, in 2015.
The couple first met at a U.S. Open party in 2005 and went public with their relationship the following year, with Murray famously running through the crowd to kiss her after her first tournament win in California.
The Scottish tennis legend frequently shares insights into his family life as he balances his sporting career, and the father of Sophia, Eddie, Teddy and Laura once humorously told This Morning’s Alison Hammond that getting all his kids to bed on time is his biggest victory.
Married to Kim Sears, Murray has weathered both the ups and downs of his high-profile relationship — the pair briefly split in 2009 but got back together within six months.
Kim Sears is often seen cheering on Murray during matches and has made headlines for her enthusiastic support, including her infamous tirade at Wimbledon in 2015 during a match between Murray and Tomáš Berdych, where she told the Czechs to “do something naughty.”
Upon receiving his knighthood, Andy Murray poked fun at the manners expected of his wife Kim as she becomes a lady, saying humorously: “She [do] “For those of you who saw it a few years ago, I don’t swear during games anymore,” he said, lightly referencing the well-known anecdote.
Reflecting on the rigors of professional sport, Murray openly acknowledges that he has put his own needs first to the detriment of those close to him: Complications from a hip injury not only halted his career, but also strained his marriage.
Throughout this difficult time, he was full of glowing praise for Kim, calling her support “incredible” and acknowledging her strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
“I was pretty depressed, that’s for sure,” he admitted, before detailing the challenges of living off the tennis court with an injury that continued to affect him every day, causing pain while playing as well as preventing him from sleeping and exercising.
Murray then spoke candidly about the impact his struggles have had on his family relationships, specifically talking about the mental strain his wife has put on him due to his constant depression. “I don’t know if my kids notice. I always try to put on a strong face when I’m with them, but my wife definitely notices. It’s put a lot of strain on our relationship because I’m always depressed,” he revealed.
He professed his deep gratitude for the incredible strength Kim displayed during these ordeals, but also acknowledged that he had been selfishly focused on his own suffering at the expense of recognizing the impact on those he loved.
Andy Murray has always had a close relationship with his brother Jamie, despite the inevitable feud that occurs between the two competitive athletes.
The brothers’ rivalry was brought to public attention when Andy withdrew from the Davis Cup match between Great Britain and Argentina in 2008 due to concerns about aggravating a knee injury. Jamie, who was on court with Ross Hutchins, openly expressed his unhappiness with Andy’s decision, which led to the team’s defeat.
Jamie expressed his feelings at the time: “It does affect our feelings towards him a bit,” adding: “I think it’s unfortunate that he chose not to come. From what I’ve read, he hasn’t publicly stated that he’s injured. It’s more of a precaution. If he really wanted to push himself, I think he could have come here for the game.”
He also expressed surprise, saying: “It was a shock for me and for the team. I didn’t know he had a problem. From his point of view, he’s made the decision not to come and there’s no need to apologise.”
Jamie recalled that if he had come here he would have given them problems, saying: “He’s capable of winning singles matches and he’s a world-class player. He’s been in the top 10 and that’s not a fluke. I think he would have preferred to come here and have the crowd against him. He plays better in those situations.”
Andy was quick to hit back at his brother’s comments, saying: “I was a little disappointed, but he obviously felt very strongly and has a right to his opinion. If he knew what it was like to play three consecutive five-set matches on clay, he might have been a little more understanding of where I stand.”
“I haven’t spoken to him yet. I’ll meet him soon. I think we need to discuss the subject, how I feel about Davis Cup and where I stand, but it’s probably not going to be a very pleasant conversation to have with my brother.”
The brothers finally put aside their differences after two weeks of fighting.
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