Sunday 10 July 2016

Andy Murray arrives at the star-studded Wimbledon Champions Dinner with his beautiful wife Kim Sears

He did it! Andy Murray smiles broadly as he arrives at the star-studded Wimbledon Champions Dinner with his beautiful wife Kim Sears after brilliant straight sets victory over Canadian Milos Raonic

  • Andy Murray defeats Milos Raonic in straight sets in Wimbledon final to win his second championship
  • The Scot, 29, rarely looked troubled as he dispatched his Canadian rival 6-4, 7-6, 7-6, earning a third Grand Slam
  • An emotional Murray broke down in tears after clinching the win as crowd roared with joy all around him
  • Murray thanked crowd including Prime Minister David Cameron, prompting a chorus of boos from spectators 
  • Financial experts believe he will double his wealth to £120million with a win due to commercial appeal 
  • But star said the tennis has been 'a distraction' from his family life after birth of his daughter Sophia in February 
He won a brilliant straight sets victory over Canadian Milos Raonic to celebrate his second title at SW19.
And Andy Murray, 29, couldn't have looked any happier as he arrived at The Wimbledon Champions Dinner held at Guildhall, London, on Sunday night, with his beautiful wife Kim Sears, 28, by his side. 
Suited and booted, the star was no doubt keen to let his hair down as he threw his arms around his beautiful wife who looked stunning in a golden sequin dress which had a very sexy thigh-split running up the front. 
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Champion: He won a brilliant straight sets victory over Canadian Milos Raonic and Andy Murray couldn't have looked any happier as he arrived at The Wimbledon Champions Dinner held at Guildhall, London, on Sunday night with his wife Kim in tow
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Power couple: Suited and booted, the star was no doubt keen to let his hair down as he threw his arms around his beautiful wife who looked stunning in a brown sequin dress
Champion: He won a brilliant straight sets victory over Canadian Milos Raonic and Andy Murray couldn't have looked any happier as he arrived at The Wimbledon Champions Dinner held at Guildhall, London, on Sunday night with his wife Kim in tow 
Brilliant: The couple looked picture perfect as they prepared to join a host of celebrities at the prestigious party
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Brilliant: The couple looked picture perfect as they prepared to join a host of celebrities at the prestigious party
Is there nothing he can't do? The couple, who have one child together are basking in Andy's glory after he claimed his second Wimbledon title in south-west London today
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Is there nothing he can't do? The couple, who have one child together are basking in Andy's glory after he claimed his second Wimbledon title in south-west London today
Protective: Despite his special night, Andy could not keep his eyes off his beautiful partner as they headed into the venue
Stunning: The pair looked as though they had stepped straight out of the pages of a fashion magazine as they headed inside
Protective: Despite his special night, Andy could not keep his eyes off his beautiful partner as they headed into the venue


She wore her brunette locks in a volumised Sixties style and looked incredibly proud of her successful husband. 
Earlier in the day, former Top Gear host Chris tweeted: 'Sir Andy Murray - what a win. Sobbing with pride. Him and us. A brilliant example of the fruits hard work and total dedication can achieve.'
Also present on the night was fellow champion Serena Williams who won Wimbledon and gained a historic 22nd grand slam title on Saturday by defeating a dogged Angelique Kerber 7-5 6-3 in the final.
What an achievement: Also present was Serena Williams who won Wimbledon and gained a historic 22nd grand slam title on Saturday by defeating a dogged Angelique Kerber 7-5 6-3 in the final
What an achievement: Also present was Serena Williams who won Wimbledon and gained a historic 22nd grand slam title on Saturday by defeating a dogged Angelique Kerber 7-5 6-3 in the final
This is her moment: Serena looked incredible in a floor-length red gown which had an embellished top section with a sexy cut-out detail
Wow thing: She looked incredible from every angle as she sauntered down the purple carpet
This is her moment: Serena looked incredible in a floor-length red gown which had an embellished top section with a sexy cut-out detail

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Serena, 34, looked incredible in a floor-length red gown which had an embellished top section with a sexy cut-out detail. She smiled widely as she posed for photographers outside the historic venue, in front of a 2016 Wimbledon sign which was pruned from hedges. 
On Thursday, Serena stated that she wants to be named 'one of the greatest athletes of all time,' and not 'one of the greatest female athletes of all time.'
Williams made the comments at a press conference on Thursday after claiming victory in the Wimbledon semi-finals against Elena Vesnina.
Also present was Heather Watson, who along with Henri Kontinen won the mixed doubles on Wimbledon's final on Sunday. Heather became the fourth British player to secure a title.
She looked incredible on the night, opting for a beaded and sequined black gown which had a racy thigh-split and a low-backed detail which revealed a tan line from her sports bra.  
Superstar: Heather Watson, who along with Henri Kontinen won the mixed doubles on Wimbledon's final  was also in attendance
Such an accomplishment: Heather became the fourth British player to secure a title
Sparkly: She dazzled in a low-backed monochrome gown which showed off her gym-honed figure
Superstar: Heather Watson, who along with Henri Kontinen won the mixed doubles on Wimbledon's final was also in attendance
All that glitters... Also showing their support on the night was Andy's mother, tennis coach Judy Murray, 56, who had pulled out all the stops in a floor-length sequin show-stopper
So proud: She couldn't have looked happier as she posed for snaps, accessorizing with chandelier earrings and a beaded clutch bag
All that glitters... Also showing their support on the night was Andy's mother, tennis coach Judy Murray, 56, who had pulled out all the stops in a floor-length sequin show-stopper
Ukrainian seventh seed Dayana Yastremska flashed her abs in an embellished crop top and oversized semi-sheer skirt. Anastasia Potapova of Russia won the girls singles title at Wimbledon by beating Dayana Yastremska of Ukraine 6-4, 6-3 on No. 1 Court on Saturday.
Anastasia herself was also on the guestlist and she wowed in a bridal number which trailed down to the floor and had an embellished neckline. 
Also showing their support on the night was Andy's mother, tennis coach Judy Murray, 56, who had pulled out all the stops in a floor-length sequin show-stopper. 
Favourites Martina Navratilova and Tim Henman also arrived wearing black numbers. 
Meanwhile, clutching the Wimbledon trophy as he recovers in an ice bath earlier that day, Andy posted a picture of himself to Facebook after celebrating his second title at SW19 with a straight sets win over Canadian Milos Raonic.
The Scot broke into tears after clinching the final point as the emotion overcame him and the crowd erupted with joy all around him. 
Making an entrance: Ukrainian seventh seed Dayana Yastremska, 16, flashed her abs in an embellished crop top and oversized semi-sheer skirt
Fair game: Anastasia Potapova of Russia won the girls singles title at Wimbledon by beating Dayana 6-4, 6-3 on No. 1 Court on Saturday
Making an entrance: Ukrainian seventh seed Dayana Yastremska, 16, flashed her abs in an embellished crop top and oversized semi-sheer skirt 
Rival: Anastasia Potapova herself was also on the guestlist and she wowed in a bridal number 
Rival: Anastasia Potapova herself was also on the guestlist and she wowed in a bridal number 
Superstar: Martina Navratilova appeared in high spirits as she arrived wearing a glitzy mini number (left) while old favourite Tim Henman was also a guest (right)
Hero: He looked incredibly dashing as he played with his cufflinks while wearing black tie
Superstar: Martina Navratilova appeared in high spirits as she arrived wearing a glitzy mini number (left) while old favourite Tim Henman was also a guest (right) 
He won the match 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 and was rarely troubled as he put in a dominant display, matching Raonic's big service game with plenty of aces of his own. 
After the final he thanked the crowd for their supporting, including Prime Minister David Cameron, who was roundly booed as Murray tried to laugh off the audience reaction.
Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge were in the Royal Box cheering on Murray alongside a host of celebrities including Benedict Cumberbatch, Lily James, Hugh Grant and Bradley Cooper. 
Celebrating in the bath: Earlier in the day, Andy secured a second Wimbledon title after a straight sets win over Canadian Milos Raonic. He has since posted a picture of himself to his official Facebook page which shows him holding the trophy as he recovers in an ice bath
Celebrating in the bath: Earlier in the day, Andy secured a second Wimbledon title after a straight sets win over Canadian Milos Raonic. He has since posted a picture of himself to his official Facebook page which shows him holding the trophy as he recovers in an ice bath


Andy Murray broke down in tears, pictured, after winning his second Wimbledon title by defeating Canadian Milos Raonic
Murray was beaming with delight as he lifted the golden trophy while the crowd erupted with joy all around him on Centre Court 
Murray clutches the Wimbledon trophy
Murray was beaming with delight as he lifted the golden trophy while the crowd erupted with joy all around him on Centre Court 
The world number two planted a kiss on the trophy to instant crowd approval and said he would 'enjoy this win more' than his first
The world number two planted a kiss on the trophy to instant crowd approval and said he would 'enjoy this win more' than his first
The Scot, left, paid tribute to the Raonic, right, after the match and praised his performances at this year's tournament 
The Scot, left, paid tribute to the Raonic, right, after the match and praised his performances at this year's tournament 
Murray's wife Kim, centre, was right behind her man as she shouted with joy when he clinched the crucial point in the first set
Murray's wife Kim, centre, was right behind her man as she shouted with joy when he clinched the crucial point in the first set
Andy Murray celebrates wildly around Centre Court
Kim Murray looked ecstatic at her husband's victory
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Doting wife Kim, right, looked ecstatic at her husband's victory as Murray, left, celebrated wildly around Centre Court
The Duchess of Cambridge, centre, and Prince William, left, looked delighted to be watching the match from the Royal Box alongside London Mayor Sadiq Khan, centre
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The Duchess of Cambridge, centre, and Prince William, left, looked delighted to be watching the match from the Royal Box alongside London Mayor Sadiq Khan, centre
Elsewhere, there was also good news for fellow Briton Heather Watson. She and Finn Henri Kontinen won the mixed doubles as Guernsey's Watson became the fourth British player to secure a title on Wimbledon's final day. Earlier Gordon Reid won the men's wheelchair singles title and Jordanne Whiley the women's wheelchair doubles. 
After Murray's match, William and Kate congratulated the 29-year-old as he clutched the gilt trophy to his chest.
The couple asked him about his baby daughter Sophia, in an exchange caught by the BBC.
William said: 'How's your daughter?'
Murray replied: 'She's great. Last three nights slept through.'
William commented that had been 'a good omen'.
Murray returned the favour by inquiring about Princess Charlotte, saying: 'She's five months now... and yours?'
The answer could not be heard, but Murray went on to talk about serving, before Kate said: 'Many congratulations, it was a great game.'
William said: 'So pleased for you, well done,' and Kate added: 'You can relax with your family now.'
Murray also spoke to actor Benedict Cumberbatch and his wife Sophie Hunter.
He then went out on to the club balcony, where a cheering crowd of waiting tennis fans saw the triumphant Scot hold the trophy aloft for them. 


After the match Murray, right, smiled as he was personally congratulated by Prince William, centre, and the Duchess of Cambridge, left
After the match Murray, right, smiled as he was personally congratulated by Prince William, centre, and the Duchess of Cambridge, left
Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch looked star-struck as he got the chance to offer his best wishes to the athlete at Wimbledon
Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch looked star-struck as he got the chance to offer his best wishes to the athlete at Wimbledon
Murray then took to the famous Wimbledon balcony to share his moment of triumph with the thousands more outside the court
Murray then took to the famous Wimbledon balcony to share his moment of triumph with the thousands more outside the court
Prince William and London Mayor Sadiq Khan rose to their feet when Murray secured match point as the Duchess of Cambridge cheered on
Prince William and London Mayor Sadiq Khan rose to their feet when Murray secured match point as the Duchess of Cambridge cheered on
Murray was booed when he thanked David Cameron for coming to watch him, prompting the Scot to say Mr Cameron, pictured, had 'an impossible job'
Murray was booed when he thanked David Cameron for coming to watch him, prompting the Scot to say Mr Cameron, pictured, had 'an impossible job'
Speaking after the match, Murray said the victory was 'extra special' because of the 'tough losses' he has endured at Wimbledon over the years.
He said: 'I played really good stuff today I've had a great few weeks on grass. He [Raonic] had some unbelievable wins like in the semi. He is one of the hardest workers and is always trying to improve. He has an extremely nice team - very polite and well mannered. It's not always the case.'
Even the stoney-faced Ivan Lendl managed to crack a smile as Murray lifted the trophy. 
Murray added: 'A big thank you to all of my team for the hard work they've put in to get me here and also my family. I love all of you. Thank you.
'I'm going to make sure i enjoy this more last time I was so relieved and I was so nervous and there was so much pressure I didn't get a chance to enjoy it as much, so with this one I'll make sure I will.'
Then came the moment that Mr Cameron did not enjoy so much.Kate was overjoyed when Murray won the second set, with Prince William and Mr Khan both bursting into their own celebrations
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Kate was overjoyed when Murray won the second set, with Prince William and Mr Khan both bursting into their own celebrations
The Duchess, pictured, has stood out today because of her passionate reactions to the action unfolding before her
The Duchess, pictured, has stood out today because of her passionate reactions to the action unfolding before her
David Cameron looked worried for Murray
But when the Scot pulled out of danger the smile was back on the Prime Minister's face
But Mr Cameron has been even more expressive, looking worried for Murray when he was in trouble during the third set only to break into a smile when the Scot got himself out of danger

MURRAY'S PROUD GRANDFATHER 

Andy Murray is mentally a better player and much more consistent since his first Wimbledon win, according to the tennis champion's proud grandfather Roy Erskine.
Mr Erskine watched the final at his Dunblane home with his dog for company as wife Shirley enjoyed the match at Centre Court. 
He said: 'I must say that both boys have done so well and we just love it.
'There are always tense moments with any match Andy plays, and even when you felt he was just about there, you thought "maybe it won't happen". But he did well.
'His opponent was very strong, with a big service, and he'll improve as time goes on. He was certainly worthy of getting into the final.'
Mr Erskine, who is in his 80s, added: 'You got the feeling today that Andy was playing so well, so consistently, that he wasn't going to lose. But you were still anxious.
'He's more consistent but I don't think he's any better a player (than his first Wimbledon win), because he's been good for so long, but mentally he's better and much more consistent.
'He's very intelligent on the court and works things out pretty well. I think that is just experience of playing at Wimbledon.'
Murray said: 'Support has been amazing amazing atmosphere, lots of legends watching up there as well and its a pleasure to play in front of you. The Prime Minister of the country is here as well...Playing in a Wimbledon final is tough, but I wouldn't want to be Prime Minister. It's an impossible job. 
'Thanks everyone for coming out and I'll see you again next year.'
Mr Cameron wrote on Twitter: 'Great to be at #Wimbledon to see @andy-murray's momentous win. A great day for British sport.' 
Murray is worth around £58million currently through endorsements and commercial deals, according to the Sunday Times Rich List.
Sponsorship veterans said world No 2 Murray's beefed-up appeal comes from calming down his rants and sulks now he has married Kim, 28, and become father to Sophia, born in February.
Experts said Murray's fortune would rocket even if he loses due to having a wider appeal, as with Beckham, whose family wealth has rocketed to £240m since he retired from football due to his combined family appeal from wife Victoria and children.
Beckham's agent Simon Fuller also masterminds Murray's sponsorship partnerships, which already include a £15m deal with Sportswear firm Under Armour, as well as deals with Head, Jaguar and Standard Life. 
Murray's wealth doubled from £32m before he won Wimbledon in 2013 to his current £58m, which includes a small slice for brother Jamie.
Veteran sponsorship consultant Nigel Currie, 55, whose former clients include Samsung, Barclays and Volkswagen, said: 'Murray is a very hot property.
'He would be looking at easily seeing his current worth double over the next three years.
'Sponsorship deals are attracting bigger and bigger sums for players and his money will keep going up.
'His family make him more and more marketable as he attracts wider media coverage now, as celebrity families do, and that makes him even more marketable.'
Marcel Knobil, 52, of marketing firm VeryFirstTo, who has worked with Coca Cola, Yamaha and Braun, said: 'As long as Murray maintains momentum, he will be looking at pushing £100m of value within two years, and more afterwards.

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, pictured, caused a stir around the ground as they made their way to the seats
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The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, pictured, caused a stir around the ground as they made their way to the seats
Kate, pictured, is a huge tennis fan and is a regular at Wimbledon every year along with her siblings Pippa and James
The Duchess, right, was clearly impressed at the action unfolding in front of her while her husband looked typically calm
The Duchess, right, was clearly impressed at the action unfolding in front of her while her husband looked typically calm
Mr Cameron, left, took his mother Mary, right, to the event, with his time as Prime Minister set to end later this year
Mr Cameron, left, took his mother Mary, right, to the event, with his time as Prime Minister set to end later this year
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, left, was also at Wimbledon to cheer on her fellow countryman with husband Peter Murell, right
Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, left, was also at Wimbledon to cheer on her fellow countryman with husband Peter Murell, right
'It is his family values which are also helping him on that positive trajectory.
'What's key to Murray's attractiveness to sponsors is that his personality has become much more appealing.
'His personality has been tamed. He has lost his edge and is connecting with people better, interviews better, is approachable and warm.
'Simon Fuller's team have had that impact on his personality, and he is being very well nurtured by his management company.'
Murray was not the only Brit in action today three other finals featured home favourites.
Andy Murray waves to the crowd as he walks on Centre Court
Kim Murray pictured cheering her husband on at Wimbledon
Murray, left walking on to Centre Court today, has spoken of how he has found Wimbledon a 'distraction' this year from his family life with wife Kim, right pictured cheering him on in the final, and five-month old daughter Sophia
Judy Murray, pictured, looked nervous ahead of the final
Sir Cliff Richard beams as he makes his way to Centre Court for the Wimbledon final
Murray's mother Judy, left, looked nervous ahead of the final in sharp contrast to fellow Wimbledon stalwart Sir Cliff Richard, right, 
Actor Hugh Grant, right, and Anna Elisabet Eberstein, left, shared a joke in the Royal Box as they watched Murray battle Raonic
Actor Hugh Grant, right, and Anna Elisabet Eberstein, left, shared a joke in the Royal Box as they watched Murray battle Raonic
Kate flashed a dazzling smile as Murray won the first set
The Duchess could not contain her awe at some of the action in front of her
Kate went through a range of emotions in the first set, barely containing her awe at the action, right, and flashing a dazzling smile when Murray took an early lead, left
War and Peace actress Lily James, centre, also took up a seat in the Royal Box alongside a galaxy of stars
War and Peace actress Lily James, centre, also took up a seat in the Royal Box alongside a galaxy of stars
Cooper, left, and model girlfriend Irina Shayk, right, have been spotted at Wimbledon throughout the past week and were smartly dressed for the big occasion
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Cooper, left, and model girlfriend Irina Shayk, right, have been spotted at Wimbledon throughout the past week and were smartly dressed for the big occasion
'Super Sunday' could round off one of the most successful weekends in British tennis history after fellow Scot Gordon Reid won the inaugural Wimbledon men's singles wheelchair title, adding to the doubles he won on Saturday.
Reid, 24, has competed for Great Britain at the Paralympics in 2008 in the sport and also won the Australian Open wheelchair tournament in January.
He was rising through the junior tennis ranks when he contracted transverse myelitis in 2004 aged 13, a condition that inflames the spine and can result in loss of motor skills, particularly around the muscles that flex the legs and extend the arms.
A year later he took up wheelchair tennis and quickly made an impact, being nominated for BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year Award in 2006. 
Thousands of fans poured through the Wimbledon gates to watch the action, with many queuing for days to get a grounds pass or one of around 500 tickets available for Court One.
Among them is Graeme Durno, 54, who was left fighting for his life after being hit by a van a month ago but started queuing on Wednesday, the day after he was released from hospital.
Murray became the first Brit to compete in 11 Grand Slam finals, eclipsing the previous record set by Fred Perry 80 years ago.
Famous faces in the Royal Box included Prime Minister David Cameron, bottom left, Benedict Cumberbatch, centre, and Bradley Cooper, right
Famous faces in the Royal Box included Prime Minister David Cameron, bottom left, Benedict Cumberbatch, centre, and Bradley Cooper, right
A sea of people, pictured, took over 'Henman Hill' to watch Murray in action with barely a spot of grass visible beneath the crowd
A sea of people, pictured, took over 'Henman Hill' to watch Murray in action with barely a spot of grass visible beneath the crowd
After a damp and drizzly start to the day the clouds parted allowing the fans on the hill to bask in glorious sunshine this afternoon
After a damp and drizzly start to the day the clouds parted allowing the fans on the hill to bask in glorious sunshine this afternoon
The sheer amount of people crammed into the area, pictured, meant fans had to adopt all manner of positions to watch the match
The sheer amount of people crammed into the area, pictured, meant fans had to adopt all manner of positions to watch the match


Speaking before the match, Murray said his new family life is a welcome respite from the intensity of the court.
He told the BBC: 'For the first time ever, tennis is probably more of a distraction from my home life than the other way around.
'Beforehand, in the build-up to a slam final, I'd always just be thinking about that match. I don't feel like that just now - I'm just looking forward to the next time I see Sophia and Kim.
'Sophia's already watched a bit of tennis with Kim at home over these last couple of weeks and maybe when she's older she'll want to come and see me play.
'I would like that; it would be nice for me in a selfish way. I'm sure she won't be that interested but it gives me a little bit of extra motivation to keep going when I get a bit older.'
While tickets for Sunday's Centre Court finale were available before the tournament for £175, debenture holders have been cashing in, with tickets to the final on sale for £21,000 on some sites. 
Princess Michael of Kent, pictured, found herself in a spot of bother as she struggled to keep her hat on in the Royal Box
Princess Michael of Kent, pictured, found herself in a spot of bother as she struggled to keep her hat on in the Royal Box
Benedict Cumberbatch and wife Sophie Hunter
The couple are watching the final in the Royal Box today
Sherlock star Benedict Cumberbatch, left and right with wife Sophie Hunter, is one of the celebrities attending today
Pixie Lott at Wimbledon
Suki Waterhouse at Wimbledon
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Singer/actress Pixie Lott, left, and model Suki Waterhouse, right, added a touch of glamour to the event in beige dresses
Sir Ben Ainslie and Georgie Thompson
Lord Frederick Windsor and Lady Sophie smiled for the cameras
Olympic sailor Sir Ben Ainslie and presenter wife Georgie Thompson, left, and Lord Frederick Windsor and actress wife Lady Sophie were all smiles as they arrived
Actor Luke Evans and model Poppy Delevingne at the Polo Ralph Lauren VIP Suite at Wimbledon
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Sienna Miller at Wimbledon
Actor Luke Evans and model Poppy Delevingne, left, enjoyed the game from the Polo Ralph Lauren VIP suite along with Sienna Miller, right
There was plenty of positive reaction to the result on social media, with politicians, celebrities and athletes all quick to congratulate Murray.
Mr Cameron posted on his official Twitter account: 'Congratulations to @andy-murray on his second #Wimbledon title. What a fantastic performance and what a proud day for British tennis.'
Tennis fans and stars took to Twitter to praise Murray's success.
Murray's brother Jamie posted: 'Amazing. Amazing. Amazing. @andy-murray 2 wimbledon titles.'
Australian Pat Cash - who won Wimbledon in 1987 - wrote: '#Murray takes his 2nd #Wimbledon title with some of the best tennis I've seen! A truly inspired performance. Congratulations @andy-murray.'
British player Laura Robson - who crashed out in the first round - said: 'YESSSSSS. Unreal level for the whole tournament @andy-murray. Beyond impressive.'
Deputy Labour leader Tom Watson posted: 'Thank you @andy-murray. Genius.'
MP for Glasgow East Natalie McGarry said: 'Ya dancer! Our boy Andy Murray. Two #Wimbledon Grand Slams. Three Slams in total. Commiserations to Raonic. He has a great future.' 
The Scot's former coach Amelie Mauresmo tweeted: 'Andyyyyyyyyyyy Fantastic achievement! Well deserved.'
Ms Sturgeon posted: 'Congratulations to @andy-murray!,' and alongside a picture of Murray holding the trophy aloft she wrote simply: 'CHAMPION!'
Alex Salmond described Murray as the 'master of Wimbledon' in a tweet.
Wales and Real Madrid footballer Gareth Bale said: 'What an achievement @andy-murray!! 2 time wimbledon champion.'
London Mayor Sadiq Khan wrote: 'Huge congrats to £Wimbledon champion @andy-murray! Proud to have the world's best tennis tournament here in our city.' 
Despite the inclement weather, hundreds flocked to 'Henman Hill' to set up camp for the day in front of the big screens to watch Murray
Despite the inclement weather, hundreds flocked to 'Henman Hill' to set up camp for the day in front of the big screens to watch Murray
Thousands of fans, pictured, cheered as the gates opened at 10am and they made their way into Wimbledon for the big day
Thousands of fans, pictured, cheered as the gates opened at 10am and they made their way into Wimbledon for the big day
The familiar Wimbledon sight of opened umbrellas, pictured, was on show again as the heavens opened this morning
The familiar Wimbledon sight of opened umbrellas, pictured, was on show again as the heavens opened this morning
Tickets to watch Murray, pictured, in the final today are selling online for as much as £21,000 for a pair, despite being priced at £175 on the official website
Tickets to watch Murray, pictured, in the final today are selling online for as much as £21,000 for a pair, despite being priced at £175 on the official website
Murray took time to sign autographs after his practice session, pictured, as fans clambered to get a picture of the star
Murray took time to sign autographs after his practice session, pictured, as fans clambered to get a picture of the star
The practice session, pictured, was watched by hundreds of people who could not get enough of the Scot on the final day
The practice session, pictured, was watched by hundreds of people who could not get enough of the Scot on the final day
The official Royal Family Twitter account posted: 'Congratulations to the 2016 Wimbledon Champion Andy Murray - an amazing achievement! #Wimbledon.'
Scottish Conservative leader Ruth Davidson congratulated the Scot with a photo of herself and fiancee Jen Wilson pulling an impression of Murray's coach Ivan Lendl. The coach is famous for retaining an unmoved expression throughout Murray's highs and lows in a match.
Alongside her photo, Ms Davidson wrote: 'Get in, my son!!!! Our #LendlFaces are overcome with emotion at Chateau Wilson-Davidson. What a win! Well done Andy.'
Marathon world record holder Paula Radcliffe wrote: 'Great @andy-murray match, interview and humour. A pleasure to watch, enjoy, this Championship. #Wimbledon2016 #legend.'
There were cheers at 10am - despite the rain and stiff breeze - when stewards opened the queue and ushered people towards the security check. 
Earlier on this morning one of the finest British traditions - the orderly queue - snaked its way along the edge of Wimbledon Park.
People lay out on picnic rugs, laughing and chatting about the day ahead, while children imagined being the next Murray or Serena Williams as they smashed forehands on a small makeshift court.
Some had even started on the Champagne as they waited under a drizzly sky to get through the Wimbledon gates. Amongst them were Michael McGee, 23, a professional poker player from Edinburgh and his girlfriend, student Alina Diba-Mauritzon, 20.
Many sprinted up the hill, more recently nicknamed 'Murray Mound', to make sure they could get a seat with a good view of the screens
Many sprinted up the hill, more recently nicknamed 'Murray Mound', to make sure they could get a seat with a good view of the screens
The cleaning crew, pictured, have been put through their paces this year but were all smiles as they posed for a picture on the final day
The cleaning crew, pictured, have been put through their paces this year but were all smiles as they posed for a picture on the final day
Many in Murray's hometown of Dunblane, Scotland, got in the spirit of the occasion by donning facemasks of the Wimbledon favourite, pictured in the Dunblane Centre
Many in Murray's hometown of Dunblane, Scotland, got in the spirit of the occasion by donning facemasks of the Wimbledon favourite, pictured in the Dunblane Centre
A good luck banner was put up outside Dunblane Sports Centre
Windows in the town were decorated with Murray memorabilia
A good luck banner was put up outside the town sports club, left, while windows were decorated with Murray memorabilia, right
The pair, who had been camping since Friday, had dinied on a breakfast of gin and tonics, Prosecco, nectarines and chocolate cookies.
Mr McGee said: 'It has been really good, really social, and everyone has been really friendly.'
The couple came last year but despite queueing for 10 hours missed out on tickets.
Mr McGee said: 'When we saw that Murray was getting to the final we assumed it was going to get very busy so decided to come early.' 
As rain fell, Wendy Thompson, 44, and her daughter Rachel Campbell, 18, sheltered under an umbrella.
Ms Thompson, from near Edinburgh, said: 'Never mind the rain, the smiles will still be on our faces. I am very excited, I don't think that words can actually sum this up for us.
'This is something we have been wanting to do for a long time.
Fans ducked for cover under umbrellas to shield themselves from the rain
A hefty police presence was on site today to ensure public safety
Fans ducked for cover under umbrellas, left, to get out of the drizzle while there was a hefty police presence on site, right, 
Some fans arrived wearing patriotic outfits, pictured, to show their support for the British finalist, who has now eclipsed Fred Perry's Grand Slam final appearance record
Some fans arrived wearing patriotic outfits, pictured, to show their support for the British finalist, who has now eclipsed Fred Perry's Grand Slam final appearance record
The Scot, 29, was swamped by excited fans yesterday, pictured, after a training session on the practice courts
The Scot, 29, was swamped by excited fans yesterday, pictured, after a training session on the practice courts
'A man next to us in the queue who was at the final in 2013 said he saw a saltire in the clouds then, and there has been one every day here since the semi-finals. Murray is going to do it.'
Behind them, perennial Wimbledon-goers Sue Callaghan, Kay Methven and Geoff Hughes swayed in each other's arms as they sang That's Amore.
The trio are arguably tennis's most ardent fans - Ms Callaghan, 63, has camped out for the Wimbledon fortnight for the last 45 years, while Mr Hughes, 58, has been doing so for 20 years. Ms Methven, 65, is by comparison a newcomer - she has only been coming for 11 years.
Ms Callaghan said: 'Murray is going to win in', with Mr Hughes adding, 'Probably in four sets'. A rueful Ms Metvhen said: 'I am still grieving for Federer, but I will go with these people.'
London schoolboy Yousef Maza, 11, who is helped by Mitcham-based charity Jigsaw4u after losing his mother early in life, tossed the coin ahead of the match. 
Murray signed autographs for his fans
The 29-year-old is competing in his third Wimbledon final
The 29-year-old signed autographs for his adoring fans, left, and then made his way into the grounds to prepare for the main event
Andy Murray arrives at Wimbledon today
The Scot looked focused ahead of the final
Andy Murray, left and right, looked focused as he arrived at Wimbledon this morning ready for the final against Milos Raonic


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