Andy Murray handed brutal golf wager by former rival after ‘constructive criticism’ blast

ANDY MURRAY was challenged to a round of golf by one of his former rivals after the Brit received "constructive criticism" from fans.

Tennis legend Murray, 37, was one of a host of celebrity names that competed in the Wentworth celebrity Pro-Am on Wednesday.

Andy Murray played at the Wentworth celebrity Pro-Am on Wednesday
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Andy Murray played at the Wentworth celebrity Pro-Am on WednesdayCredit: Alamy
American Mardy Fish has challenged Murray to a round of golf
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American Mardy Fish has challenged Murray to a round of golfCredit: Getty

The Scot, who retired from tennis at the Paris Olympic Games last month, played alongside Scottish golfer Bob MacIntyre in the curtain-raiser for the BMW PGA Championship.

Murray, who was seen nailing a putt at the pro-am in Surrey, took to social media after his performance as he responded to those pointing out the flaws in his game.

Speaking on X, he said: "Huge thanks to all the amateur golfers on social media for their constructive criticism of my golf swing.

"Much appreciated 😅."

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This post sparked a reply from former US tennis player Mardy Fish - who reached three Grand Slam quarter-finals and a career-high ranking of world No7.

He replied: "Hey Andy, Mardy Fish here…

"I’ll play you for all the prize money I lost when you beat me on the tennis court. Deal?"

Murray and Fish played nine times before the latter retired back in 2015.

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Murray won five of his nine meetings with Fish on the court
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Murray won five of his nine meetings with Fish on the courtCredit: Reuters
Fish reached world No7 but never made it beyond a Grand Slam quarter-final
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Fish reached world No7 but never made it beyond a Grand Slam quarter-finalCredit: Getty

British icon Murray won five of those meetings - including their last one at the Cincinnati Masters nine years ago.

Fish's career earnings came to around £5.5million, compared to Murray's £49m.

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However, Fish would likely have the upper hand on the golf course as his handicap is around 3, while Murray played off 7 at Wentworth.

Fish has won celebrity tournaments including the American Century Championship and Diamond Resorts Invitational.

In 2022, he also received an exemption to play in the 3M Open - a PGA Tour event in his home state of Minnesota.