The Difference Between Murray and Federer
Besides the obvious “Andy Murray loses and Roger Federer doesn’t,” WSJ’s The Fix runs the numbers on the duo’s respective losses. The real difference is that Andy Murray loses to marginal players and Roger Federer doesn’t. Ever:
Read Article >Murray Will Drop to No. 3 With a Nadal Victory Tonight
Andy Murray might have lost more than a tennis match today.
If Rafael Nadal beats Gael Monfils tonight (a tall order given Nadal’s multiple injuries) he will regain his No. 2 world ranking and knock Murray down to No. 3.
Read Article >Andy Murray Loses in Straight Sets to Marin Cilic With ‘Embarrassing’ Performance
On ESPN, Chris Fowler called Andy Murray’s fourth round performance “dismal” and “embarrassing”. He was far too kind.
No. 2 seed Andy Murray was thoroughly dominated in his U.S. Open match this afternoon against Marin Cilic, losing 7-5, 6-2, 6-2. The Scotsman looked defeated from the second he stepped on the court and his performance raised questions about his ability to stay focused for an entire Grand Slam event:
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