Andy Murray, the 39-year-old British tennis legend, has opted out of BBC punditry for Wimbledon, citing the broadcaster's perceived "down-the-middle" coverage as uninspiring. Instead, he is launching a new podcast called "The Set" on YouTube.
"The Set," created by the same production team behind Gary Neville's "The Overlap," will feature Murray and his brother Jamie. The podcast's debut episode, airing Friday at 5 p.m., will show them attempting to improve social media influencer KSI's backhand. Future episodes are planned to feature the brothers playing tennis with household items and a biography of their mother, Judy Murray.
Murray stated in an interview with The Telegraph that he finds traditional tennis commentary "not that interesting or that insightful." He expressed a desire for commentary to be delivered in a "very different way," something he does not anticipate from the BBC at Wimbledon. In contrast, "The Set" offers "total flexibility" in filming schedules and content, with no restrictions on their activities.
While embarking on his YouTube project, Murray has also taken steps to reduce his personal social media use. He has reportedly acquired a "brick" phone, a device for making calls only, and disabled apps and websites on his smartphone to enhance productivity.
Murray has voiced his support for the government's proposed ban on social media for individuals under 16, which is slated to take effect in Spring 2027 and will include platforms like YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and X. He believes this measure "removes the difficult part of parenting" and stated that his own children are encouraged to engage in outdoor activities and sports rather than excessive screen time.
In addition to "The Set," Murray has been coaching British tennis player Jack Draper, who is preparing for his return at Wimbledon following a knee injury. Draper recently secured his first competitive win in months, defeating Marcos Giron at Eastbourne on Monday. Draper commented on Murray's assistance, noting that the coaching session felt like a demonstration of Murray's past "winning ugly" style.
