A racket used at Wimbledon, signed boxing glove and swish hotel breaks are amongst the items being sold
Andy Murray is set to auction off an array of sporting memorabilia to raise funds for charity.
A racket used by the Dunblane tennis star at this year’s Wimbledon Championships is amongst the goodies up for grabs.
Tickets for the 2018 Ryder Cup golf competition, luxury breaks at Gleneagles and Cameron House hotels, a hamper from Michel Roux’s Le Gavroche restaurant and tickets to a Phil Collins gig are also going under the hammer.
Funds raised from the auction will be shared equally between international children’s charity Unicef, of which Sir Andy is a UK ambassador, and Glasgow’s Sunny-sid3up.
The charities will also benefit from a tennis extravaganza featuring Murray and fellow legend Roger Federer, which will be held at the Hydro in Glasgow on 7 November. Last year’s event raised more than £300,000.
Sir Andy said: “Last year’s Andy Murray Live raised £305,000 for charity and our plans for this year are even more ambitious.
”By taking part in the auction you will be supporting this year’s two charities – children’s charity Unicef and Glasgow-based Sunny-sid3up. I really appreciate your support.”
Tony Feeney, brother of Sunny-sid3up founder Chris Feeney, voiced his gratitude that the small charity was chosen to receive support.
He said: “My brother Chris would have been very proud that his dedication to those less fortunate than himself had been recognised in this way.
“The funds from Andy Murray Live will allow us to make a real difference to those in need – not just close to home but also in Sri Lanka, where we continue with the good work started by Chris.”
Mark Devlin, chief operating officer of Unicef UK, expressed delight that the fundraising event was going ahead for a second time.
He said: “As a Unicef UK ambassador, Andy has shown an amazing commitment to helping children in danger, and we are so proud to once again have his support for our vital work.
“The event will help raise awareness and much-needed funds for children in emergencies all around the world, including those caught up in the current refugee crisis. The money raised will help Unicef provide children with immediate, life-saving care, protection and supplies, as well as lasting support to help families rebuild their lives.”
