The emcee only needed to start with the first word of the chorus before an upbeat Murray busted out some lyrics. The jury’s out on whether the 35-year-old’s attempt to croon a few lines qualifies as singing. Those watching can thank a men’s doubles career Grand Slam holder for inspiring Murray’s enthusiasm for the tune.
“When we played in the Davis Cup against France, Pierre-Hugues Herbert had to sing a song at the dinner. He sung this one,” recalled the Brit. “He plays the guitar and he sings well. I really like that song, so I always remembered it.”
Murray has dashed French hopes all week long at the Open Aix Provence Credit Agricole, dispatching three consecutive home hopefuls—including Gaël Monfils in the opening round—en route to the final four. On Saturday, Harold Mayot will hope to avoid becoming the fourth local favorite to fall at the hands of the three-time major winner.
