Andy Murray eventually sealed the deal with a 4-6, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (5), 6-3, 7-5 victory to stage one of the biggest comebacks of his career after being two sets down and his opponent serving for the match at 5-2 in the third.
Despite the exhaustion of finishing in the wee hours of the morning, the former World No. 1 seemed to bounce right back as he was seen returning to Melbourne Park just a few hours later. Tennis fans were amused by Andy Murray’s drive and dedication and many opined that the three-time Grand Slam champion should go back to his room and recuperate for his upcoming third-round encounter against Roberto Bautista Agut on Saturday.
Here are a few more reactions from fans:
“His best chance of survival is playing next match as late in day as possible” – Former World No. 1 Andy Roddick on Andy Murray’s recovery post Australian Open R2
After Andy Murray’s strenuous win, another former World. 1 Andy Roddick touched upon the ideal recovery process for the Brit to get back on his feet before his Round 3 clash at the Australian Open.
The 2003 US Open champion stated that it was essential for Murray to go through the necessary routines before calling it a day.
The American suggested that the Brit should refrain from practicing the sport and focus on recovery first.
Andy Roddick further remarked that the 35-year-old’s best chance at survival was having the match scheduled “as late in the day as possible” against a tough opponent in Roberto Bautista Agut, who previously downed him in the opening round of the 2019 Australian Open, prompting Murray into temporary retirement.
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