Overview

• The bronze statue is slated for unveiling at Wimbledon in 2027 to mark the tournament’s 150th anniversary.
• Murray will collaborate closely with the All England Club during the design phase, a rare honor for a living player.
• He ended a 77-year wait for a British men’s singles champion with his 2013 victory and claimed the title again in 2016, milestones the statue will honor.
• Tournament director Debbie Jevans told the Associated Press that Murray and his team have the right to be heavily involved in shaping the piece.
• Organizers drew inspiration from Rafael Nadal’s Court Philippe-Chatrier footprint ceremony at the French Open to establish lasting Grand Slam tributes.