Highs And Lows Of Andy Murray Quiz
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Fast forward to this year, and Murray's Wimbledon final victory had the nation choked up, particularly when he took to the microphone. His first word was 'yeah' as he tried to answer Sue Barker's questions, but he then took the mic and started his own little speech, starting with which three words...?
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"Thank you all"
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"I'm getting closer"
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"I'm so sorry"
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"F**k you Roger"
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YES! He's finally done it! He's won a Grand Slam! After Olympic gold and the US Open, 2012 was definitely the year that Murray made his mark. But how much do you know about the Scottish star? Dive into the riveting journey of tennis legend Andy Murray with our "Highs and Lows of Andy Murray Quiz." This quiz invites fans and sports enthusiasts to relive the remarkable career of the Scottish tennis maestro, from his thrilling victories to challenging setbacks. Explore Murray's triumphs in Grand Slam tournaments, including his historic wins at Wimbledon and the US Open, and navigate through the resilient moments that defined his career. From epic battles on the court to moments of triumph and adversity, this quiz spans the highs and lows of Murray's tennis legacy. Whether you're a devoted fan or a casual observer, challenge yourself with questions that encapsulate the rollercoaster ride of one of tennis's modern icons. Immerse yourself in the world of a tennis champion and celebrate the indelible mark Andy Murray left on the sport.
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Muzza has made a few headlines for the wrong reasons in his time on the court. In the Heineken Open in 2006, he came under fire for saying he and opponent Kenneth Carlsen had both what?
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Played like girls
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Wanted to lose
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Faked injuries
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Been drinking the night before
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A. Played like girlsExplanation
Muzza has made headlines for the wrong reasons in the past, and in the Heineken Open in 2006, he faced criticism for his comment about him and his opponent Kenneth Carlsen. The correct answer, "Played like girls," suggests that both Muzza and Carlsen performed poorly or weakly on the court, comparing their performance to that of girls. This comment is considered inappropriate and disrespectful, as it perpetuates gender stereotypes and undermines the skill and ability of female athletes.Rate this question:
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Finally, but some would say most importantly, Muzza has two little dogs that you might have seen with the gold and silver Olympic medals round their necks. That's all well and good, but what are they called?
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Millie and Max
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Maggie May and Rusty
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Roger and Rafa
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Rolo and Mini Moo
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A. Maggie May and RustyExplanation
Muzza has two little dogs that are named Maggie May and Rusty.Rate this question:
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Oh, it could have all been so different... which football club offered Murray a place at their school of excellence when he was 15?
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Celtic
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Rangers
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Aberdeen
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Hearts
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A. RangersExplanation
Rangers offered Murray a place at their school of excellence when he was 15.Rate this question:
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And Murray's win against Djokovic has closed the gap on the Serb, as Novak now has just a one game lead in their head to head record. Including the US Open win, how many times has Murray beaten Djokovic in his career?
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Six
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Seven
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Eight
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Nine
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A. SevenExplanation
Murray has beaten Djokovic seven times in his career, including the US Open win. This means that Murray has closed the gap on Djokovic, as they now have a head-to-head record of seven wins for Djokovic and seven wins for Murray.Rate this question:
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Roger Federer is the only big name that Murray has a winning record against, but what is the Scot's winning record against the Swiss genius?
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9-8
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10-8
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9-6
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11-9
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A. 9-8Explanation
Murray has a winning record of 9-8 against Roger Federer. This means that out of the 17 matches they have played against each other, Murray has won 9 and Federer has won 8.Rate this question:
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The Scot bounced back with Olympic gold in some style. How many sets did he drop en route to centre court glory?
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None
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One
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Two
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Three
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A. OneExplanation
The given statement mentions that the Scot bounced back with Olympic gold in some style. This implies that the Scot performed exceptionally well and did not face any major setbacks or losses during his journey to winning the gold medal. Therefore, the Scot did not drop any sets en route to centre court glory, indicating that the correct answer is "none".Rate this question:
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Of course, Murray's career (at least before the Olympics) has been overshadowed by the big three of Federer, Nadal and Djokovic, but which player has Murray faced the most in his career?
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Federer
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Djokovic
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Nadal
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A. NadalExplanation
Murray has faced Nadal the most in his career. While Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic are often considered the "big three" in tennis, Murray's career has been overshadowed by them. However, out of the three, Murray has faced Nadal the most number of times.Rate this question:
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After that Flushing Meadows win, how many career titles has Andy now won?
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18
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20
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22
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24
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A. 24Explanation
After winning the Flushing Meadows tournament, Andy has now won a total of 24 career titles.Rate this question:
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Murray's rise continued and he made the ATP Top 10 for the first time in...
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November 2006
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February 2007
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April 2007
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July 2007
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A. April 2007Explanation
Murray's rise in the ATP rankings continued, and he achieved a spot in the ATP Top 10 for the first time in April 2007. This indicates that his performance and results in the preceding months were strong enough to propel him into the top tier of professional tennis players.Rate this question:
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