Andy Murray is calling for action,following GB’s Davis Cup glory, but he remains unsure that British tennis can build on the weekend successOn a wet Ghent morning after a magnificent night before, and reality kicked in like a mule for British tennis. As Andy Murray and his team-mates savoured their moment,there was no hiding either their immense satisfaction at having won the Davis Cup for the first time in 79 years, or their despondency over the future.
It may be that, or because of a packed schedule,Murray plays only one tie in defence of the title in 2016 – against Japan in March. He could arrive back if powerful Britain are still alive in the competition towards the end of the year, but there is a sense the job has been done. Whether Leon Smith, or the captain who has lifted the squad from ignominy to glory in five years,will be at the helm is also uncertain. He has ambitions to coach on the Tour. Related: Andy Murray demands action from LTA to capitalise on Davis Cup glory Related: Andy Murrays Davis Cup heroics confirm him as a British sporting legend | Jacob Steinberg Related: Andy Murray serves up 5 million viewers for Davis Cup win Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com