Sir Andy Murray is set to be honoured with a statue at Wimbledon, with the All England Club planning to unveil the tribute during the 2027 Championships. The decision comes in recognition of the former British No 1’s remarkable career, including his two Wimbledon titles in 2013 and 2016, which helped redefine British tennis for a new generation.
Murray expressed pride in the announcement and confidence that Wimbledon’s attention to detail would ensure a respectful and well-crafted statue. His optimism comes despite past experiences with less flattering tributes. In 2011, an ATP tournament in Shanghai featured a series of terracotta warrior-style statues of top players, including Murray. His figure drew puzzled reactions, resembling more a historical statesman or even a football manager than the three-time Grand Slam winner himself.
Reflecting on that earlier statue, Murray acknowledged the effort but admitted the result was far from accurate. “When we played in Shanghai, they did these terracotta, warrior-type things, and they weren’t great,” he recalled. However, he believes the All England Club will approach his likeness with greater care and precision. “Based on how Wimbledon goes about things, and their attention to detail, I would expect that it would be very good.”
Until now, the only full-length statue at Wimbledon is of Fred Perry, the three-time champion from the 1930s. Additionally, there are five busts honouring prominent British female champions, including Kitty Godfree, Dorothy Round, Angela Mortimer, Ann Jones, and Virginia Wade. Murray’s statue will make him the first male player in the Open era to be similarly immortalised on the famous grounds.
The honour is particularly meaningful for Murray, who has long been a fixture at Wimbledon. He spoke warmly about the prospect of sharing the moment with his family. “It’ll be nice to take the kids there and show them,” he said. “I obviously spend a decent amount of time there during the year, and always see the Fred Perry statue. So it will be strange to see one of me there too, but I’m sure with time I’ll be really proud.”
The idea to commission a statue was inspired in part by the tribute given to Rafael Nadal at the French Open. The Spanish champion was recognised with a plaque commemorating his 14 victories at Roland Garros, prompting discussions about how best to honour Murray’s contributions at Wimbledon.
Organisers are collaborating closely with Murray and his team to ensure the statue captures both his achievements and legacy. The tribute aims to celebrate not just his titles, but his impact on British sport and his enduring connection to Wimbledon’s Centre Court.
