WATCH: 'What's He Doing?': When Murray & Tsitsipas Met In Heated Clash

Thursday, 06 July 2023 at 13:00

Updated at Friday, 07 July 2023 at 11:59

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byAlfredo Bassanelli

Thursday will see Stefanos Tsitsipas play Andy Murray at the 2023 Wimbledon which means only one thing - hide your toilets.

Jokes aside, the matchup has been one fans wanted to see ever since the draw came out. Tsitsipas had to overcome Dominic Thiem in a tricky round one matchup and despite some issues, the Greek was able to emerge on top thanks to a few cupid's arrows from Paula Badosa who rushed to watch the end of his match.

Murray had to overcome fellow Brit Ryan Peniston who put up a solid fight but was no match for Murray. Roger Federer was watching that match from the Royal Box as was the Princess of Wales, so he had to put in a good effort.

The last time these two faced was back at the 2021 US Open where Murray nearly beat Tsitsipas but thanks to the power of the toilet, Tsitsipas was able to overcome the Brit in a thriller. Murray was very furious back then arguing with the umpire about the long toilet breaks. Those were momentum killers for Murray who ultimately lost the match and continued bickering on social media following the match.

Fact of the day. It takes Stefanos Tsitipas twice as long to go the bathroom as it takes Jeff Bazos to fly into space. Interesting. 🚽 🚀

— Murray after the match<br>

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Toiletgate remains a very prominent memory in the minds of tennis fans but according to Tsitsipas, it's been settled. Asked about it following his win over Thiem, the Greek explained that the matter is settled and he's looking forward to the match against a player he tremendously respects.

Yeah, I think it has been settled already long time ago. We had to play Laver Cup together in the same team. I've forgotten about it. He has forgotten about it. He's someone that I respect. Obviously he's older than me. He has done great things in tennis. I'm looking forward to this match. I hope there's plenty for me to learn.

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Murray has had a far better prep for Wimbledon compared to Tsitsipas as he played and won more matches. He was considered the underdog a few days ago but odds have shifted in his favour slightly as the Greek remains unimpressive on grass. Even so, he likes his chances and he'd like to win it of course.

Regardless of the outcome, I feel like I really want to go out there and give it a shot and aim for being super strong and disciplined in that match because it will require lots of that.

If I'm in there persistent and focused on my goal, I feel like anything is possible. I'm hoping to be in that kind of mindset when I'm going to be facing him tomorrow.