'I can cry like Roger ... I can't play like him'
Posted by Syimah Monday, 01 February 2010 09:14
AN emotional Andy Murray choked back tears as he apologised to British fans for failing to win the Australian Open and claim the nation's first Grand Slam men's title in 74 years.
The Scot was left wondering what may have been after he was unable to serve out the third set in the final against Roger Federer when leading 5-3.He again squandered five set points in an agonising tie-break on his way to losing to the Swiss champion in straight sets, 6-3, 6-4, 7-6 (13/11).
The 22-year-old Scot appeared composed in the moments after the match, even sharing a joke with Federer ahead of their speeches, but when called upon to say a few words it quickly became clear how desperate he was to win his maiden Grand Slam.
"I had great support back home and I am sorry I couldn't do it for you tonight," he said as his voice cracked and he battled to hold back tears.
"I can cry like Roger, it's just a shame I can't play like him. He was a lot better than me tonight." AFP
