In a surprising turn of events, British tennis star Andy Murray announced his retirement from professional tennis, only to reveal moments later that it was all a prank. Murray, known for his dry sense of humor, took to social media to playfully announce, “I have never liked tennis anyway.”

This unexpected statement caused a stir among fans and fellow athletes. Immediately after his announcement, Murray changed his profile description from “I play tennis” to “I played tennis,” adding fuel to the confusion and excitement.

However, the prank did not last long. Murray quickly clarified his intentions, reassuring his followers that he was not serious about retiring. The prank showcased Murray’s light-hearted side and provided a moment of levity in the intense world of professional sports.

Murray’s playful prank highlights his unique personality and his ability to keep the tennis community engaged, even off the court.

Andy Murray in 2024

Currently ranked no.117, Murray played his last match on the 19^th of June when he had to retire when playing against world no.33 Jordan Thompson in the 2^nd round and the scoreline was 4-1 .

Currently, during this year Murray has achieved a 7-13 win-loss record.