Andy Murray defeated Novak Djokovic in straight sets to end a 77-year drought of a British man winning the prestigious title.
A 6-4 7-5 6-4 win bagged Murray a sum of £1.6 million, along with a huge triumph for himself along with the entire nation in a monumental day.
This win concluded a very dramatic Wimbledon tournament that was undoubtedly one for the ages.
A first set spanning exactly an hour was a physical start to the game, long rallies and some fine entertainment that saw Murray prevail by 6 games to 4.
The first two sets had both men very fatigued, Djokovic and Murray were giving their all under the burning sun at Centre Court.
Out for lunch but this is unmissable #wimbledon pic.twitter.com/3FVZRE6aRF
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) July 7, 2013
The nation was at a standstill during the final game. Andy Murray broke Djokovic beforehand and was serving for the Championship.
Murray was on course for the win when he had a Championship point leading 40 – 15. Djokovic, resillient, fought back to make it deuce.
Centre Court was abuzz during the whole saga, as Djokovic had numerous advantages to win the game, but Murray continuously fought back with the determination to make history.
Then he had it, advantage Murray.
On his fourth Championship point, Murray and Djokovic rallied, as the World watched. And when Djokovic hit the net, Britain went into a frenzy.
Murray had finally done it, ending a 77 year drought to stand triumphant on the Grandest Stage, a dramatic and intense way to end a dramatic and epic tournament.
Centre Court was celebrating, Henman Hill went crazy, and the nation was rejoicing.
Meanwhile, Murray climbed up to the Supporter’s Box to rejoice with his family, a special moment following his triumphant win.
The name was engraved, 2013 winner: A. Murray. Symbolic and history-making.
INCREDIBLE. Epic triumph for Andy Murray. Still can’t believe he has won. #Murray #Wimbledon
— The Sport Matrix (@TheSportMatrix) July 7, 2013
What a victory for Murray. He has came a long way and fully deserves the win. What an extraordinary moment
Djokovic was outstanding in the tournament: “Congratulations to Andy you absolutely deserved it, you played incredibly. I know what it means to you guys in the whole country so well done.”
“I have played Novak many times and when everyone finishes playing, he will go down as one of the fighters. He’s fantastic, he’s been patient and I thank him.” Murray said after his win.
Murray lifts the trophy, we have waited a long time for this.
77 years after Fred Perry won, your 2013 Wimbledon Champion is Andy Murray.
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