Murray wins second Wimbledon title beating Raonic

TIL Desk Sports/Andy Murray won his second Wimbledon title beating Canadian Milos Raonic 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(2) in two hours and 48 minutes on Sunday at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. Murray has been for long the less accomplished member of the so called Big Four who have all won the Career Grand Slam and at least a dozen slams.

But this was the first time he was under the pressure of being the favourite in a Grand Slam final and not facing a player other than Novak Djokovic or Roger Federer. The whole match hinged on how Murray was able to handle the Raonic serve on grass. The World No.7 had averaged 23 aces per match and in the final it was only a total of eight over 3 sets as the British player was able to neutralize the big serve with brilliant returning which kept him in control of the point during the rallies.

While Raonic had to deal with the pressure of a first Grand Slam final, he had to face a Murray who was playing some of the best tennis he was capable of. The World No.2 showcased the entire variety in his game including excellent defensive skills, strong return and also served big when he had to. He also mixed up his game to perfection forcing Raonic to play some low volleys or passing him on various occasions.