A bronze statue of Sir Andy Murray will be unveiled at Wimbledon in 2027 to mark the tournament’s 150th anniversary. The sculpture will be installed on Murray Mound, joining the existing statue of Fred Perry, the only other figure commemorated with a statue on the Wimbledon grounds.

The new statue, designed by artist David Williams-Ellis, will be crafted from clay on a steel frame before being cast in bronze. It will be notably larger than the Fred Perry statue and approximately 20 percent taller than Murray himself, who stands 6 feet 2 inches. Murray, 39, is a two-time men's singles champion at Wimbledon, having secured titles in 2013 and 2016. His 2013 victory was particularly historic, as he became the first British man to win the Wimbledon singles title in 77 years.

In related Wimbledon news, the tournament’s seamstresses have been keeping busy throughout this year’s event, completing 931 alterations to players’ clothing and accessories as of early July. Erica Russell, 66, and Marlien Beets, 59, who both reside in Surrey, have been working 12-hour shifts in a designated room within the players’ area. Russell anticipates that the number of clothing adjustments will exceed 1,000 by the conclusion of the tournament.

Russell explained that changes often involve shortening dresses or skirts that players find too long and adjusting visors for a better fit. While the primary focus is on players’ gear, the seamstresses also attend to repairs for tournament staff, mending tears or damage as needed to ensure everyone’s attire remains in good condition throughout the event.