In pictures: When Dunblane celebrated Murray’s first major

On the eve of the US Open, we look back at the celebrations following Andy Murray's victory in 2012.

In pictures: When Dunblane celebrated Murray’s first major SNS Group

Andy Murray will return to the scene of his first major title when the US Open gets under way on Monday.

Murray’s glory in 2012 came just weeks after he claimed the gold medal at the London Olympics, so there was plenty to celebrate.

After travelling home from New York, the Scot was given a rousing reception from fans in Dunblane, where a golden post box was erected in his honour.

In pictures, here’s a look back at the day the town celebrated its local hero.

Andy Murray poses with his gold medal at the post box sprayed in his honour.SNS Group
Huge crowds lined the streets of Dunblane for a glimpse of their most famous son.SNS Group
Murray took time out for a hit with some local youngsters.SNS Group
Grandfather Roy Erskine and mother Judy Murray joined in the celebrations.
Even the local dogs wanted to welcome Murray home.SNS Group
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