Andy Murray defeated Stan Wawrinka 7-6, 5-7, 7-5 in the Round of 64 of the Cincinnati Masters
Andy Murray pulled off a thrilling win in three sets over Stan Wawrinka in a matchup of three-time Grand Slam champions trying to put injuries behind them. Murray and Wawrinka both have a US Open title among their Slam championships. Both required multiple visits from trainers to treat leg problems during the 2-hour, 57-minute match at the hard-court tournament that serves as a warm-up for the US Open.
The victory keeps alive world number 47 Murray’s hopes of being seeded at the US Open, which starts on 29 August. He will now play Cameron Norrie after the British number one won against Denmark’s Holger Rune.
Speaking after the match, Murray said – “I would like my tennis to be better at times, because I’m still convinced that it can be better than where it is right now. It’s not been easy these last few years to stay fit and healthy and play enough tennis. Right now I’m having to play and compete to try and maintain ranking and hopefully get seeded in the events.”
Fans totally enjoyed the thrilling clash between the two veterans. Let us take a look at some of the most interesting reactions.
“A classic between two 3 time GS champions. Take a bow Sir Andy Murray OBE.#Cincinnati #AndyMurray”, wrote a Muraay fan.
“My favs were fighting? The inner conflict I feel right now 🥺well done Andy. So sorry stan honey”, tweeted another fan.
“3 sets, 3 hours. Just a standard Murray v Wawrinka match. Going to miss these 2 warriors when they finally finish”, a fan summed it up beautifully.
“It’ll be a sore day for tennis when Andy decides to call it a day. Stan too, both guys are a credit to the sport 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆”, wrote another fan.
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