Turning point for British tennis?

[rubcale]

Andy Murray has beaten Tim Henman 6-2 5-7 7-6 (4) at his first attempt. He held his nerve to win the 3rd set tie-break after serving for the match when he had led 5-4 in the second set.

Does this mark a watershed in British tennis? Henman looked a tired old man today and while it wasn't a good quality match it was pleasing to see Andy hold his game together.

At long last there is the possibility that we have a player who COULD be there fighting at the last stages of a Slam tournament. Ther's a long way to go but I do fell optimistic.

And great that the BBC felt moved to show the match live this afternoon.

[Robin]

To be fair to Henman, he's not been himself since injury and I think it's unlikely he'll find his top form again. What is pleasing is that Britain has some hope for the future in Murray, who has a naturally stronger build than Henman, which fits in with the top players like Roddick and Federer. I just hope he has the natural talent to go all the way to the top.

[Razzle Dazzle]

never even noticed these to played each other

Good to see young tallent coming through eventually

[Pablo]

he did say after the match that he was looking forward to the off court season because it has been a difficult year all round. I hope he does find his form back

[LittleChristmasTurkey]

Murray is too eratic to be a top quality player. When he's good, he's very very good, but as soon as starts loosing he really falls to pieces, and has tantrums, which is very unsportsmanlike.

[rubcale]

It's far too early to judge. The boy is inexperienced at the main tour level so his true level should become apparent in the next couple of years.

I believe he definitely has the potential to be a top 20 player. Any higher, who knows? Luck in being able to avoid injuries plays a big part.