This crushing blow for Murray was clear for all to see. Whilst Federer celebrated, the nation watched as heartbroken Murray took the microphone to address his fans in the crowd.
Murray choked back tears during his emotional speech, congratulating Federer on his performance and admitting that defeat was "tough to take." At one point during his speech he had to step away from the microphone to collect himself, giving many spectators a lump in their throat.
The player has often been criticised in the media for his apparent lack of emotion during interviews, but seeing the dejected player weep openly in front of the crowd has changed many people's opinions and won the hearts of a nation overnight.
Whilst Murray is sure to be haunted by the defeat for some time, he tried to remain positive about his elusive Grand Slam victory, humbly adding: "I'm getting closer."
Quiz 測驗 1. What word is used to describe someone who is not likely to win?
underdog
2. How many times has Andy Murray got to a Grand Slam final?
four
3. What phrase is used to describe Murray」s defeat?
a crushing blow
4. What phrase describes stopping yourself from crying?
choked back tears
5. What is another way to say 'disappointed'?
dejected
Glossary 词汇表 fingers crossed 祈願 to battle it out 拼搏一場 weight of expectation 厚望，期待值 pressure was on有壓力 underdog 受壓迫者 the edge of their seats 急切關注 hopes began to fade 希望開始消失 crushing blow 致命打擊 heartbroken傷心 choked back tears 強忍淚水 emotional 感情衝動的 tough to take 難以接受 collect himself 讓自己振作起來 lump in their throat嗚咽，哽塞 lack of emotion 缺少感情 dejected 灰心的，沮喪的 weep 哭泣 won the hearts 贏得…的心 haunted 被（失望）縈繞的 remain positive 保持積極樂觀的態度
