ANDY MURRAY bid an emotional farewell to his illustrious tennis career at the Paris Olympics.
Two-time gold medalist Murray, 37, won three Grand Slam titles, including two Wimbledons, spent 41 weeks as world number one and played 1,001 singles matches.
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He did all that during the greatest era of men’s tennis ever seen – against three titans of the sport in Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
The once prickly Scot won the hearts of the British public on Center Court – breaking down in tears after losing the final in 2012 before doing well 12 months later to end 77 years of injury.
Murray spent the last five years as a pro playing with a metal hip before his body eventually prevented him from competing at the top anymore.
But before he hung up his racket as one of Britain’s all-time greats, he enjoyed two Murray-cool comebacks from match points down alongside Dan Evans representing Team GB.
Now he has a lot more time on his hands and is enjoying his newfound freedom, telling BBC Radio 4: “I have plenty of time to do what I want. I can spend time with my children and have time off to play golf or go walking to the gym on my own terms.
“It’s really nice and I didn’t expect that. I expected it to be difficult to retire and miss tennis a lot and wanted to get back on the tennis court on tour.
“So far it’s been the exact opposite of what I envisioned.”
So, what will Sir Andy Murray do when he retires? Well, one thing’s for sure: he’s not short of options…
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1. Become a trainer
The obvious and most likely choice is that Murray will step in as a coach.
He hinted as much during his touching ceremony at Wimbledon this year and many in tennis believe he has the makings of a top coach.
Not only was he an exceptional player but he displayed grit, character, determination, team ethic and personality throughout his career.
The chance to invest and scoop up a rising star and develop them to maximize their talent would surely appeal to Murray.
Jack Draper could be the rising star – the pair have a great friendship, Draper is a grafter and Murray can add a wealth of knowledge and experience as an extra voice in the camp.
Emma Raducanu is another option. Murray has always been a public and vocal advocate for the women’s game and could put her Wimbledon mixed doubles fiasco behind her to get the former US Open champion back and competing for the biggest prizes again.
Finally, Murray loved the Davis Cup, winning it in 2015, and would surely relish the chance to succeed Leon Smith as Great Britain captain going forward.
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2. Do some media work
Murray is a tennis expert, no doubt about it – he sees things in a way that many others cannot and can articulate it well.
Add in his engaging personality and dry sense of humor and he would be a great addition to any broadcast team.
Murray has previously said he’s not interested in getting down on understanding or commentary.
But if reports are to be believed, the BBC will test his resolve with a big-money offer to work at Wimbledon next year.
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3. Try his hand as a tournament director
Sticking with tennis, a slightly more mundane job might be to go into tennis administration – as a tournament director.
Andy’s brother Jamie ran the Queen’s event before Wimbledon this year.
Although the younger sibling may not have the same patience and desire for a more office-based job.
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4. Time to be a stay-at-home dad
Murray loved life as a tennis pro – even revealing he misses the brutal physical workouts in the gym to keep his body in top shape.
But one thing that hurt him the most was having to say goodbye to his loving wife Kim and their four children for weeks at a time – admitting he “felt guilty” each time.
But now Andy can be at home a lot more – helping with the school runs, homework, cooking and generally being much more present than before.
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5. Give golf a go
Okay, Murray probably won’t go from pro tennis player to pro golf star – but he’s certainly playing more golf these days.
He even competes with compatriot Bob MacIntyre at the BMW Pro-Am in Wentworth.
Murray is said to be playing off a handicap of seven – not bad at all – and his steely competitiveness will be determined to get it to zero.
Drop the kids off at school and then get in 18 holes, maybe?
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6. Work as your own hotel manager
Murray could channel his inner Tom Hiddleston and take over as (night) manager at his own hotel.
The Scot owns the luxury five-star Cromlix just outside his hometown of Dunblane, buying the estate for £2million in 2013.
But after getting the renovation work done, could he switch courts for concierge?
There’s a tennis court on site if he wants to blow away the cobwebs too.
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7. Shine like a model
Andy Murray has aged like a fine wine.
From the shaggy-haired teenager who burst onto the scene, he now cuts a handsome gentleman in his late 30s – maybe even in his prime.
His shoot with Modern Luxury would certainly add weight to that argument – so could Murray have a new career as a model? Well, maybe.
Andy and Kim also did an ad campaign together with a fun video sketch at home with La Roche-Posay – and he’s a natural role model in front of the camera.
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8. Continue with Strictly Come Dancing
Admittedly, this one may be a bit far-fetched.
But we’ve already got his mum Judy Murray lighting up the ballroom on the BBC’s primetime show.
Could Andy be ready to don the sequins and sparkle on the Strictly Come Dancing dance floor?
Something tells me he’d be better off in the Australian jungle on I’m A Celeb instead.
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