Murray serves up a verbal riposte.

From: The Mail on Sunday (London, England) | Date: August 28, 2005 | Copyright information

Byline: PETER HIGGS

ANDY MURRAY created history in New York, then went on the attack against critics who have accused him of not being tough enough for the big time.

The 18-year-old Scot delivered his outspoken volley after becoming the youngest Briton ever to qualify for the main draw of the US Open when he beat Giovanni Lapentti of Ecuador 6-0, 7-6 in the third qualifying round at Flushing Meadow.

On clinching victory, Murray - the youngest Brit for 35 years to qualify for any of the four Grand Slams - put his finger to his lips and gestured 'Shh'.

Later, he ...

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