Andy Murray has discovered a stark contrast between golf and tennis after his rain-soaked round at St Andrew's during the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship. The Scottish tennis legend, who retired from professional tennis earlier this year, made his pro-am debut alongside world number 547 Eddie Pepperell.
Murray and Pepperell finished seven under after the first 18 holes on Thursday, and following their second round on Friday, the pair are tied for 28th place at 15 under par. The former Wimbledon champion has been enjoying the atmosphere at The Old Course, but fellow Scot and Ryder Cup winner Robert MacIntyre highlighted one major difference: the inability to escape the weather.
MacIntyre, who recently helped Team Europe win the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, posted photos of him and Murray battling the typical Scottish conditions in St Andrews. On Instagram, he wrote: 'Can't close the roof here @andymurray.' Murray shared the comment, acknowledging the contrast to indoor tennis arenas.
Despite the weather, Murray has impressed with his tee shots and green play, though he faced some criticism on social media for a failed bunker shot on the fourth hole on Friday. After finding the bunker off the tee, Murray topped the ball and watched it roll back into the sand, dropping to his knees with his head in his hands. However, a par from Pepperell meant the mishap had little impact.
The Alfred Dunhill Links Championship continues over the weekend, concluding on Sunday, October 8. Murray and Pepperell currently sit at 15 under par, while MacIntyre shares the lead at 24 under with Richard Sterne.
