He's new 'middle' man, says Tim

0 Comments | Sunday Mirror, Jun 21, 2009 | by ANTHONY CLAVANE

TIM HENMAN believes Andy Murray will take his place as middle England's poster boy at Wimbledon.

The former British No.1, loved at SW19, thinks the Scot will wow Centre Court. Henman said: "When I came along, everyone was bored with having the best tournament, but no Brit having a chance of winning it.

"I came close - that is why I had the best support I've ever had. Andy can be just as popular with what people call 'middle England'. This is because the crowd believe he can win it one day. He's so good that it's not going to be a question of just winning one. He can win more.

"People are understanding him more as a person. "Four years ago, he wasn't so appealing, wandering around the court looking like he was exhausted.

"But he's learning. He's more mature and becoming a better package."

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