Andy Murray has revealed a personal reflection on what he believes went wrong during the closing stages of his tennis career. Speaking candidly to professional golfer Eddie Pepperell, the former world No. 1 admitted he focused too much on his weaknesses instead of embracing his strengths.
The 38-year-old, who retired from tennis after the 2024 Olympic Games, has since found success on the golf course. Murray has improved his handicap to just two and recently shone at the Alfred Dunhill Championship in Scotland. Partnered with Pepperell, he even outdrove Ryder Cup star Tyrrell Hatton on a few holes and impressed spectators with his precision and focus.
During an episode of Pepperell’s podcast, The Chipping Forecast, the golfer shared details of their private chat. “I asked Andy whether he focused more on his strengths or weaknesses during his career,” Pepperell said. “He told me the mistake he made toward the end was spending too much time trying to fix what he wasn’t good at. Eventually, he stopped enjoying the process of improvement and lost the happiness he once had when he was performing well.”
Pepperell said the conversation resonated with him, admitting he’s faced similar struggles in his own career. “We both agreed that staying on top of your strengths is just as important as improving your weaknesses,” he added.
Despite being known as a quiet personality, Pepperell described Murray as open, humble, and friendly during the event. “He was a great partner—his concentration and professionalism made it feel like I was playing with another pro,” Pepperell said. “People came up to tell me how nice he’d been taking photos with fans. He was a real asset to the tournament.”
Murray’s passion for golf continues to grow, with aspirations to reach a scratch handicap and even attempt qualifying for The Open Championship. Fellow player Robert MacIntyre also praised Murray’s recent performance, saying, “He’s looking good—solid all around.”
It seems the lessons Murray learned from tennis—both the triumphs and the regrets—are helping him find new joy and balance in his second sporting chapter.
