Roger Federer defeats Andy Murray to win his 7th Wimbledon title – 8th July 2012
Despite putting his heart and soul into the battle, Andy Murray fell at the final hurdle as he lost his first Wimbledon final in four sets to Roger Federer, who sealed his seventh title 4-6 7-5 6-3 6-4.
Afterwards a tearful Murray paid tribute to his family and fans as he gave a heartfelt speech, summing up the match and his performance.
Here’s how Twitter reacted to the loss:
Federer's 1 game away from the title and more appearances in the record books #androg #wimbledonfinal pic.twitter.com/0Z6DaGg7
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Federer wides a backhand and Murray holds for 4-5 fourth set, trailing Federer 1 set to 2. #Wimbledon2012
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Federer serving for the #Wimbledon2012 title
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Federer takes the #Wimbledon2012 title 4-6 7-5 6-3 6-4 v Murray with a longed Murray forehand.
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
— Paul Baker (@maidbloke) July 8, 2012
Roger Federer is Wimbledon champion again after beating Britain's Andy Murray 3 sets to 1. Outstanding tennis
— BBC Radio 5 live (@bbc5live) July 8, 2012
Federer collapses to the court in celebration. Federer & Murray embrace at the net. #Wimbledon2012.
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray battles sadly in vain. Victory for Federer who wins in 4 sets. All credit to Murray. Federer simply unstoppable.
— Phil Bray (@PhilBray) July 8, 2012
Stonking game of tennis. Great way to spend Sunday afternoon. Murray will learn from it
— Jonathan Agnew (@Aggerscricket) July 8, 2012
Surely the Greatest ever…Respect Roger…
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) July 8, 2012
Great effort from Murray to even reach the final, Federer the greatest of all time but he was beatable today. Murray had chances.
— Jonathan Worth (@jonathanworth) July 8, 2012
Roger Federer is an utterly brilliant champion and unquestionably one of the greatest sportsman of all time
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) July 8, 2012
With all the pressure and expectations Andy did a fabulous job. Well done Andy!!
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 8, 2012
Hats off to Murray for a great fight. But we saw why Fed is the #GOAT.
— Tiger Woods (@TigerWoods) July 8, 2012
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@andy_murray did himself, his family and his nation proud today. Played like a champ. His time will come for sure!
— Rory Mcilroy (@McIlroyRory) July 8, 2012
Andy Murray beaten by a magnificent Roger Federer. Deserved champion but great credit to Murray. #bbctennis
— Phil McNulty (@philmcnulty) July 8, 2012
Huge ovation for Murray as he receives runners-up plate. Federer raises the #Wimbledon trophy aloft for the 7th time in career. Kisses it.
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray trying to compose himself. "I'm getting closer." he says. #Wimbledon
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Ahh bless is making me cry too
— Sam Hammond (@Sammy162) July 8, 2012
Murray: "I'm going to try this and it's not going to be easy." Kim Sears also crying courtside. Federer also teary. #Wimbledon2012
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray shows emotion. Brilliant
— Jonathan Agnew (@Aggerscricket) July 8, 2012
Well I don't know about you guys but I'm crying.
— Laura Robson (@laurarobson5) July 8, 2012
Murray: "Firstly like to congratulate Roger. I was asked the other day if this is my best chance? Roger's 30. He's not bad for a 30 yr old!"
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Here is the moment Roger Federer completed the magnificent 7 #Wimbledon2012 pic.twitter.com/NA2zestO
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray says he can't look at his supporters' box or he'll start crying again. "We did a great job so thank you."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray: "Last of all to you guys (fans)…" breaks down again. "Everybody always talks about pressure of playing at #Wimbledon."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Murray: "The people watching make it so easy to play. The support's been incredible so thank you."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Ok: #AndyMurray won me over with his speech and tears. I take it all back. Well done, and remain humble.
— Paulo Coll (@paulocoll) July 8, 2012
Is that the moment the British public finally fell in love with Andy Murray?
— Rory Cellan-Jones (@ruskin147) July 8, 2012
Federer: "I think I played some of my best tennis in the last couple of matches. I couldn't be more happy."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Federer: "Feels great being back here as the winner. Feels nice, like it's never left me."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Well done Andy Murray. Brilliant speech in such circumstances. #bbctennis
— Phil McNulty (@philmcnulty) July 8, 2012
Enormous respect for @andy_murray for being able to put a fab speech together after that loss #wimbledon, lovely that he thanked the fans
— Paul Baker (@maidbloke) July 8, 2012
Federer on 7th Wimbledon title: "It equals me with Pete Sampras, who's my hero, so it feels amazing."
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Misty-eyed at Murray's speech. This meant so much to him. Federer in imperious form. A worthy World Number 1.
— Phil Bray (@PhilBray) July 8, 2012
Respect Andy…. Nothing wrong with shedding a few tears on TV….
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) July 8, 2012
Wow. All the emotion of sport just came pouring out of Andy Murray. Well done lad. But what a champ the Fed is.
— AlisonMitchell (@AlisonMitchell) July 8, 2012
Here's Roger Federer being reunited with an old friend #Wimbledon2012 pic.twitter.com/dYyv04kv
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Does the whole nation want to give Andy Murray a hug? Maybe after a shower. Was there a dry eye in the house? #wimbledon
— Jon Sopel (@BBCJonSopel) July 8, 2012
From now on Murray not dour. Not unemotional. Focussed. And he will win Wimbledon
— Jonathan Agnew (@Aggerscricket) July 8, 2012
Another one bites the grass! Just think though, how much more exciting it will be when Murray wins next year?
— Gary Lineker (@GaryLineker) July 8, 2012
Not a dry eye on Centre Court when an emotional Andy Murray thanked his family and fans # Wimbledon2012 pic.twitter.com/4Z4520lF
— Wimbledon (@Wimbledon) July 8, 2012
Brave show by Andy Murray but Federer was on redoubtable form. Huge respect to both. Only 20 days to go until the Olympic tennis!
— Boris Johnson (@MayorofLondon) July 8, 2012
Federer Wins Wimbledon 2012 – 8 July 2012 http://t.co/YNx8us8e
— Andrew Burdett (@AndrewBurdett1) July 8, 2012
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