THE MORE THE MURRAY-IER:
Andy Murray has finally hired a new full-time coach!!
Ivan Lendle.
Yes, the tennis legend. Eight-time champion.
Murray made the buzz-worthy announcement via Facebook:
“Very happy to announce that Ivan Lendl is my new full time coach. His impact on the game is unquestionable and he brings experience and knowledge that few others have, particularly in major tournaments. Happy New Year.”
About Ivan Lendl: Originally born in Czechoslovakia, Lendl was often criticized for being a boring, machine-like player. One thing that cannot be argued is the success that he had, compiling 94 singles titles and a 1071-239 career record that included a 44-match winning streak.
In 1984, Lendl settled in the United States, refusing to play Davis Cup for Czechoslovakia after that. This came after Lendl carried the team to its only Davis Cup title in 1980 with 10 wins in singles and doubles over the four ties.
In 1992, he became a US citizen, and was forced to retire in 1994 at the age of 34 due to extensive damage to his back. He made the last of his 142 finals in Sydney of his final year on tour, losing to Pete Sampras.
In 1984, Lendl settled in the United States, refusing to play Davis Cup for Czechoslovakia after that. This came after Lendl carried the team to its only Davis Cup title in 1980 with 10 wins in singles and doubles over the four ties.
In 1992, he became a US citizen, and was forced to retire in 1994 at the age of 34 due to extensive damage to his back. He made the last of his 142 finals in Sydney of his final year on tour, losing to Pete Sampras.
via tennisnow
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