Wimbledon 2010: Will The Queen Become Andy Murray’s Lucky Charm?

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Published: June 24, 2010

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As if Andy Murray did not have enough pressure on his young shoulders, now he must worry about his bow to the Queen of England before his match gets underway on Centre Court. 

There, Murray will meet Jarkko Nieminen of Finland in the second round.

The Queen has come calling—her first visit in 33 years—to see young Mr. Murray, and some suspect, to pay her respects to this tournament that stands out as one of England’s finest events.  As a reluctant visitor, the Queen should serve as a good luck charm for the man from Scotland.

Along with the Duke of Edinburgh, the Queen will stroll the grounds and meet tennis’ top players including the No. 1 seeds Roger Federer and Serena Wllliams—they will be on hand to lunch with the Queen. 

Williams has been busy beating up on opponents and practicing her curtsy anticipating her luncheon with the Queen.

Thirty-three years ago, on July 1, 1977, Great Briton’s own Virginia Wade valiantly made her way to the winner’s circle after securing the women’s single championship defeating Chris Evert in the semifinals and Betty Stove in the finals.

Surely the added incentive of having the Queen on hand was enough to push Wade over the wall.  It was Wade’s third slam victory and it couldn’t have fallen more prophetically. 

1977 was celebrated as the 100th anniversary of the tournament, and the 25th anniversary of the Queen’s reign. That a 32 year old British citizen should win the Championship amazed everyone. 

The Queen will be sitting in the Royal Box to watch the Murray match, but she will also see the lovely Caroline Wozniacki of Denmark as she challenges Kai-Chen Chang of China for a spot in the third round. 

This match will be followed by the No. 1 ranked Rafael Nadal as he faces Dutchman Robin Haase.  All participants on Centre Court will feel an u...
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