Andy Murray of Britain poses with the trophy after defeating Novak Djokovic of Serbia in the men’s singles final match at the All England Lawn Tennis Championships in Wimbledon, London, July 7, 2013. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth, File)
Former world No. 1 doubles player Jamie Murray has announced his retirement from professional tennis at the age of 40, ending a career that spanned more than three decades and included seven Grand Slam titles, 34 tour-level trophies and a Davis Cup triumph alongside his brother.Murray confirmed the decision in a statement and on social media, sharing a post that included photos from across his career, including childhood images, alongside a message reflecting on the end of a journey that began early and carried through to the highest level of the doubles game. “My tennis journey comes to an end after 36 years. I feel very fortunate and privileged for all the amazing experiences this great sport has given me,” he said.
A career built in doubles, reaching the top in 2016
Murray, born on February 13, 1986 in Glasgow, built his career primarily in doubles, becoming the first British man to reach the ATP’s world No. 1 ranking in the format when he climbed to the top in 2016, a position he held for nine weeks.Across his career, he played 1,019 ATP Tour-level doubles matches, winning 589 and securing 34 ATP doubles titles, along with five mixed doubles titles (39 in total). He also earned more than $7 million in prize money. His first tour title came in 2007, and his final title arrived at the Belgrade Open in November 2024. His last professional appearance came at the US Open in 2025, where he partnered Ivan Dodig and lost in the opening round of the men’s doubles to Rafael Matos and Marcelo Melo.
Grand Slam success across doubles and mixed doubles
Murray’s seven Grand Slam titles were split across men’s doubles and mixed doubles. He won two men’s doubles majors, both in 2016, at the Australian Open and the US Open, partnering Bruno Soares. Alongside that, he secured five mixed doubles titles, winning at Wimbledon and the US Open with partners including Jelena Jankovic, Martina Hingis and Bethanie Mattek-Sands. His game, built around net play, earned recognition across the circuit, with his brother later describing him as “one of the best volleyers in the sport.”
Davis Cup and partnership with Andy Murray
One of the defining moments of his career came in 2015, when he partnered Andy Murray in the Davis Cup. The pair won the decisive doubles rubber in the final against Belgium, helping Great Britain secure its first Davis Cup title since 1936. The brothers also combined for two ATP titles and played together at Andy Murray’s final Wimbledon appearance in 2024. Andy Murray, who retired after the Paris Olympics in 2024, paid tribute in a video released by the Lawn Tennis Association. “You were the first to win a Wimbledon title, the first British player to reach World No.1 since the seventies, seven Grand Slams… and one of the best volleyers in the sport,” he said. “I know you’re ready, I just hope you know how proud we all are of you.”
A career shaped by longevity and continuity
Murray’s career also included appearances at four consecutive Olympic Games, beginning in Beijing in 2008, and a continued presence in the sport beyond playing.Off the court, he starred in the Tennis Channel series “My Tennis Life” in 2020, and has been the tournament director at the ATP tournament at the Queen’s Club since 2023 His contribution to British tennis, both through results and longevity, was acknowledged by Lawn Tennis Association chief executive Scott Lloyd, who said: “Jamie’s achievements of playing over 1000 Tour-level matches, winning seven Grand Slam titles, Davis Cup glory and reaching world number one speaks for itself. “We wish him the very best as he embarks on the next stage of his illustrious career.”
Closing a chapter
Murray’s retirement follows that of his younger brother, bringing an end to a period in British tennis where both were active on the professional circuit. In his own message, he closed with thanks to those closest to him. “Thanks Mum, Dad, Andy, Ale, Alan, Louis and Thomas for all your incredible support, efforts and sacrifices throughout my career that allowed me to achieve everything I could in the game. “For everybody else that’s helped/supported me – I appreciate all of you! Excited to enter the real world!” Go to Source
