Game, Set and Match

Today the nation awakes in anticipation...can Murray win it? That is the question on everyones lips. Wherever we are this afternoon we will be glued to our TV sets and radios willing the Scotsman to win a place in the final. A British player hasn't won Wimbledon since 1936 when Fred Perry took the title.

In Murray it is refreshing to see someone with such a determination and drive to win, this year we feel we may actually have a player who can lead us to victory. For too long we have been seen as the unsuccessful underdog of the tennis world with no chance of seeing one of our players lift the trophy, our spirits have been at a low.

Watching Murray make his way through each round has brought our competitive streak back, our morale has been boosted and we are ready for action! A bit of competitiveness keeps us motivated, upbeat and wanting more.

I have begun to play tennis again myself and although the pace is a far cry from the likes of Federer, Roddick and Murray, playing has definitely aroused a competetive streak within me which I find I'm really enjoying. This desire to win keeps me playing and puts a spring in my step.

So with Murray in the semi-final of Wimbledon and the nation behind him let us remember that a bit of competitiveness is healthy, it drives us forwards and keeps us moving.

Sophie Whittall

Marketing & Admin Co-ordinator

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