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Andy Murray backs campaign to rename tennis court named after homophobic player

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Tennis legend Andy Murray has given his backing to a campaign aiming to rename the Margaret Court Arena in Australia over Court’s anti-LGBTQ+ views.

Speaking about the campaign launched by Women’s Tennis Association’s founder Billie Jean King, Murray told PrideLife: “I don’t think her [Court’s] values are what tennis stands for.

She has obviously offended and upset a lot of people over the years. “I think the players certainly have spoken up, which is a positive thing. “As far as renaming the venue.

I think that yes, it’s something the sport should consider. I don’t know who makes the final decision on that but I don’t think her values are what tennis stands for.” He added that Court’s views on LGBTQ+ rights “detract” from the ability to

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