Andy Murray shows true colours with response to Paris 2024 opening ceremony
Andy Murray poked fun at himself by reposting a joke that he might’ve started to rust during Paris 2024’s rainy opening ceremony.
The Scot’s retirement has been one of the most talked-about stories of the Games since he announced that the Olympics would be his competitive farewell. Two-time Gold medalist Murray was in attendance at the wet and windy opening ceremony as the Team GB contingent cruised along the Seine to welcome in the Olympics.
The inclement weather led one fan to joke that the former Wimbledon and US Open champ would start to rust having entered his older years – a flippant jibe that Murray obligingly reposted.
A post on X that read: “If they leave Andy Murray out in the rain any longer he’ll start rusting,” clearly caught the former British No.1’s eye. He reposted it to Instagram following the ceremony, accepting the suggestion in jest that his olden frame may start rusting in the rain.
Even at 37, Murray clearly doesn’t take himself too seriously. His sense of humour remains well intact despite the saddening prospect of his retirement looming, and his recent withdrawal from the singles in Paris.
While laughing now, Murray has opened up previously about how daunting hanging up his racket may be. He spoke to Eurosport ahead of Paris, saying: “It’s going to be difficult. It’s a big change but I have a very young family at home and I’m really looking forward to being at home with them and spending time with them.
