Andy Murray celebrates Wimbledon triumph with wife Kim Sears at Champions’ Dinner

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Jennifer Ruby11 July 2016
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Andy Murray swapped his tennis whites for a tuxedo as he celebrated his Wimbledon triumph at the Champions' Dinner.

Following his straight sets win against Milos Raonic on Centre Court on Sunday, the 29-year-old Scot headed to the annual black tie dinner at Guidhall, accompanied by wife Kim Sears.

Having finally let go of the coveted gold trophy – that he even took a bath with after winning his third Grand Slam title – Murray looked more than happy to poses for photos.

Judy Murray, Andy’s mother, looked like she’d borrowed an outfit from her Strictly wardrobe, showing up in a glitzy sequinned gown.

Fellow winner Serena Williams was predictably glamorous in a striking red dress, celebrating her Wimbledon win and her impressive 22nd Grand Slam title.

The 34-year-old beat Angelique Kerber 7-5 6-3 in the women’s final and is now tied with Steffi Graf in the record books.

Other tennis stars who were finally able to let their hair down at the dinner included Heather Watson, who won the mixed doubles alongside Henri Kontinen.

Ukrainian junior tennis player Dayana Yastremska was also at the event, as was her rival and junior Grand Slam winner Anastasia Potapova.

Celebrating: Serena Williams celebrates her win in style
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Murray is the first British man to win multiple sinles titles since Fred Perry back in 1935.

Speaking after his win on Centre Court, he said: “I'm proud to have my hands on the trophy again. This is the most important tournament for me every year.

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“I've had some great moments here, but also some tough losses. The win feels extra special because of the tough losses.”

Admitting that he thought the best was still yet to come, he told Sky Sports: “I still feel like my best tennis is ahead of me, that I have an opportunity to win more.

"The last three months have been some of the best I've played in my career in terms of consistency.

"Everyone's time comes at different stages. Some come in their early 20s, some mid 20s. Hopefully mine is still to come."

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