Andy Murray 'needs optimism' for grand slam win

21/11/2011

Andy Murray needs optimism to ensure he finally wins a grand slam tennis tournament, according to Tim Henman.

In an article for BBC Sport, former British number one Henman noted some have said greater aggression is the key to winning a big final, but suggested that is not the only ingredient required.

"If he can generate a relentlessly optimistic approach to his game, not get frustrated and not lose his concentration, then his time will come," the four times Wimbledon semi-finalist said.

Those hoping to see the Scot win that elusive first slam could see it happen while enjoying corporate hospitality at Wimbledon next year.

Murray reached all four grand slam semi finals this year - one of only seven players in history to do so - and is now ranked third in the world, above Roger Federer.

But he has lost all three grand slam finals he has contested in straight sets and in his own article for the BBC last week former Wimbledon champion Boris Becker said those who beat him - Federer and Novak Djokovic - had "a more positive and aggressive attitude".

He said Murray will win a grand slam in 2012 if he can match this.

By Sam Smith