Jamie Murray, the elder brother of British tennis star Andy Murray, has made quite a name for himself in doubles tennis. Partnering with Brazil’s Bruno Soares, he recently won a marathon match against Mate Pavic and Michael Venus at the 2016 French Open, advancing to the quarterfinals. Now, as the doubles world No. 1, he is chasing his first Wimbledon men’s doubles title after falling just short the previous year.
Here are five things you should know about Jamie Murray:
1. He’s Ranked No. 1 in the World in Doubles
At 30, Jamie has already collected two Grand Slam trophies — the 2007 Wimbledon mixed doubles crown with Jelena Janković and the 2016 Australian Open doubles title with Soares. His career has been filled with different partnerships, beginning with Eric Butorac in 2007 and later John Peers, with whom he reached two Slam finals. His current collaboration with Soares has been the most successful yet, helping him climb to the top of the doubles rankings.
2. He Teams Up with Andy in Davis Cup Matches
Jamie and Andy have been crucial for Britain’s Davis Cup success. The brothers played pivotal roles in Britain’s 2015 Davis Cup triumph, their first in nearly 80 years. Their chemistry on court is clear — Andy praises Jamie’s exceptional net play, while Jamie enjoys competing alongside his brother. Their efforts even earned them the BBC Sports Personality Team of the Year award.
3. His Net Worth Is Estimated at $38 Million
Jamie’s success on the court has brought financial rewards. His net worth is reported to be around $38 million, while Andy’s stands at an impressive $70 million. In 2016 alone, Jamie pocketed over $400,000 in prize money, adding to the more than $2 million he has earned over his career.
4. He’s Married to Alejandra Gutierrez
Jamie tied the knot with Alejandra Gutierrez in 2010 at Cromlix House near his hometown, with Andy serving as best man. The couple, who met while Alejandra was studying in London, now live close to Wimbledon. Jamie often speaks about how much he values spending time at home with his wife, enjoying a sense of normalcy during the hectic tennis season.
5. He and Andy Are Strong Medal Contenders for the Rio Olympics
The Murray brothers are expected to be medal favorites in men’s doubles at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Andy will also defend his singles gold medal. Interestingly, Jamie kept his Olympic selection a secret from nearly everyone — including Andy — until the official announcement. He described the honor as a privilege and a moment of immense pride.
