Andy and Jamie Murray were eliminated in the first round of Wimbledon men’s doubles by Australians Rinky Hijikata and John Peers, losing 7-6 (6), 6-4. Andy, hindered by a back injury, relied heavily on his serve throughout the match.
Andy Murray, a two-time Wimbledon singles champion, had withdrawn from his singles match due to a spinal cyst treatment affecting his right leg. Despite his condition, he joined his brother in the doubles, exciting fans eager to see him compete again.
The Murray brothers were warmly welcomed on Centre Court, marking the first men’s doubles opening-round match on the main court since 1995. Andy showed signs of discomfort early on, frequently stretching his back between points.
The match remained tight, with the pairs trading games and needing a tiebreak to decide the first set. The Murrays had a set point advantage, but Hijikata and Peers turned it around with strong plays.
Jamie Murray secured the first break in the second set, eliciting a roar from the crowd. However, the Australians came back in the seventh game, ultimately winning and advancing to the second round.
Andy Murray, along with Emma Raducanu, received a wild-card entry into the mixed doubles draw, with matches starting Friday. Murray also plans to continue his professional career, aiming for a farewell appearance at the Paris Olympics later this month.
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