Murray wins virtual Madrid Open after tournament cancelled

Three-time Grand Slam winner defeats Belgian David Goffin in the final of Playstation event streamed to fans worldwide.

Murray wins virtual Madrid Open after tournament cancelled

Andy Murray has added another title to his collection – the virtual Madrid Open.

The three-time Grand Slam winner defeated Belgian David Goffin 7-6 (7-5) on the Playstation game Tennis World Tour, which was streamed to fans online worldwide.

The competition was arranged to replace the postponed Mutua Madrid Open after it was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Murray celebrating his victory

In an Instagram post, Murray said he will donate half of the $45,000 (£35,872) prize money to the NHS and the other half to the tennis player relief fund.

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