From sporting legends to politicians, the world has been reacting to the retirement of Scottish tennis legend Sir Andy Murray this morning after his exit from the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Arguably one of the greatest British sportsmen of all time, Sir Andy brought down the curtain on his incredible 19-year career in the French capital last night after winning two Olympic gold medals, two Wimbledon championships and a US Open, amongst many other remarkable achievements.
There will quite simply never be another like Andy Murray. Here are 18 of the best quotes from around the globe as the sporting world reacts to his retirement.
Thank you for everything, Sir Andy.
13. Scottish National Football Team
"Thanks for the memories, Andy Murray. All the best in retirement - you’re welcome at Hampden Park any time" | Getty Images
14. Emma Dodds - Scottish Broadcaster and TV Host
"Our GOAT thank you Andy Murray. Enjoy retirement" | SNS Group
15. Greg James - Radio host
"It’s going to be awful having to watch tennis and not feel sick to your stomach isn’t it? Thank you Andy Murray - it’s been, at times, a complete f**king nightmare but I wouldn’t change any of it. I don’t even want to debate it, he’s our greatest ever sportsperson" | Getty Images
16. John Swinney - First Minister
"Sir Andy Murray is Scotland’s greatest ever sportsman, and his achievements during one of the toughest eras in tennis history will mark him down as a true sporting legend." | PA Photo: PA