Andy Murray thinks he’s “better equipped” to deal with pressures

British tennis superstar Andy Murray said that he’s learned more to deal with the pressures of winning a Grand Slam, adding that since his US Open victory last year, the pressure has slightly lessened. The British number one is the strongest contender from the home nation to win the Wimbledon title for the first time since 1936.

In an interview with Radio Times recently, Murray said: “There’s a lot riding on Wimbledon, but I’m better equipped to deal with the pressures and understand how I need to play matches when I get to the latter stages of the big events.

“The US Open win has eased pressure on myself, definitely, because winning a grand slam was the aim behind every practice session I have ever put myself through.

“I deal with it as best I can, knowing that I’ve played some of my best tennis at Wimbledon over the course of my career.

“It’s the build-up that’s difficult. People follow me everywhere and there are more strains on my time. Once the tournament starts, it’s great. I try to manage my energy well and fit in the extra commitments around training, practice and rest.

“I love playing in front of the home crowd. I want to draw upon the incredible atmosphere I experienced at the Olympics.

“That bubble of a positive atmosphere brought out the best in athletes. And of course it’s nice to come home every night and sleep in my own bed, and have friends and family around.”

In Wimbledon last year, Murray lost in the final to Swiss star Roger Federer but recovered from the loss by avenging the defeat and beating Federer in the final of the London Olympics singles gold medal match. The match was also held at the All England Club.