Andy Murray, a two-time Wimbledon champion, has announced his intention to transition from professional tennis to golf following his retirement. The 38-year-old, who retired after the last Olympics and briefly coached Novak Djokovic, is now dedicating his focus to enhancing his golf skills.
While Murray has participated in various celebrity golf events over the past year and a half, he acknowledges that becoming a professional golfer is unlikely. Nevertheless, he expresses a desire to engage with the sport in a different capacity. During an appearance on The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Murray shared his ambition of becoming a caddie for a professional golfer and participating in The Open.
“I’m thinking about becoming a golf caddie, hopefully for a professional golfer at some point,” Murray stated. “I have a passion for golf, and working with a top golfer, being present for their memorable moments on the course, and contributing to decision-making would be an amazing role.”
The former tennis star revealed that his dream partner is Robert MacIntyre, with whom he previously teamed up at the BMW PGA Championships. When asked about potential concerns regarding his celebrity status overshadowing the player he supports, Murray responded, “Initially, people might be excited about that, but it eventually becomes routine.”
Speculation has arisen about Murray possibly aiming to qualify for The Open in the future, but he dismissed these notions promptly. “I don’t aspire to play in The Open. I aim to participate in regional qualifying at some point, which would be a fun endeavor if I reach that level. However, I understand the skill gap between amateurs like me and professional players,” Murray explained.
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