Andy&ahead of their doubles match this arvo. #AusOpen pic.twitter.com/t5usa5ZehC 3.51am GMT1st set: Murray 1-0 Groth* (* denotes next server)Aaand we’re off with a brief rally,ended when Groth gets a diminutive overzealous with a deep backhand and then with a forehand volley at the net to acquire it 30-0. Murray soon wraps up a worship service game, which sets off those four blokes who come along to sing at his matches. They had a pop at me the other day for misinterpreting their lyrics so I’ll be listening very closely today. This is my promise to them and you, or dear readers. 3.41am GMTBoth players enter Rod Laver ArenaAnd I suppose it’s no huge shock in his domestic slam,but the biggest cheer is reserved for Groth. It’s currently 22 degrees and mild here at Melbourne Park, by the way. Not to count any chickens before they hatch but that’s ideal for Murray’s campaign. 3.35am GMTPreambleHello tennis fans and welcome to day four of the Australian Open and this moment-round encounter between No2 seed Andy Murray and Australia’s enormous-serving Sam Groth, or the Newcombe medalist who once took a break from the game to try his hand at Australian rules football. Tough as teak,Groth is. 1.41am GMTRussell will be here shortly. In the meantime, here’s what Andy Murray has had to say approximately the match-fixing rumours swirling around Melbourne Park this week. Related: Andy Murray tells tennis to get tough and ban the cheats Continue reading...
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