Sir Andy Murray: What will they call him at Wimbledon?

Recently-knighted tennis star says he had reservations about the honour, which has created 'locker-room intrigue'

Andy Murray
World number one Andy Murray has said he considered turning down his knighthood for fear it would damage his tennis career
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Andy Murray has admitted he had doubts about accepting a knighthood at the end of last year, as he feared it would "distract" him from his aim of winning more Grand Slams.

The world number one, who is preparing for next week's Australian Open in Melbourne, told The Times he was concerned that he was too young for the honour and took advice from his inner circle before accepting the award.

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