Andy Murray thanked Wimbledon organisers for an “emotional” farewell ceremony after his final appearance began with a defeat alongside older brother Jamie in the men’s doubles yesterday.

The two-time singles champion is playing at the All England Club for the last time before retiring later this year.

A video montage of Murray’s career was played on the Centre Court big screen after the match, leaving the former world number one in tears as thousands of fans showed their appreciation with elongated applause.

“It feels like a good ending to me. Whether I deserve it or not, I don’t know. But they did a really, really good job,” said Murray, who won Wimbledon in 2013 and 2016.

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