Andy Murray may be out of this year's Wimbledon but the Scot – who has been champion of the tournament twice – has provided multiple opportunities over the years to celebrate.

Revelling in his recent take down of Piers Morgan after his "harsh" criticisms of Emma Raducanu we recounted 7 other times Murray made us proud to be Scottish.

1. 2008’s five set defeat of Gasquet at Wimbledon

This was the moment the Wimbledon crowd fell in love with Andy Murray.

Coming back from two sets down, Murray – just 21 at the time – fought back to beat France’s Richard Gasquet in a crammed centre court.

In his post-match interview Murray said: “That was the best moment I’ve ever had on a tennis court.

“The crowd got behind me just when I needed it and to have them behind me was a privilege.”

Don’t worry Andy, we never left.

2. 2012’s Olympic Gold Medal win

At the time he said it was the “biggest win of his life” and it’s not difficult to see why.

Murray may have had eight Masters wins under his belt but when he defeated Roger Federer in straight in August 2012, he had yet to win any grand slams.

On the same court where he had lost the Wimbledon final to Federer just a month previously Murray won the Olympic gold.

3. First Grand Slam Win

2012 was a good year for Murray as the following month from his Olympic triumph, he went on to become the first British person in 76 years to win the US Open.

Murray defeated Novak Djokovic in a gruelling match lasting almost five hours.

He said: “When I realised I had won, I was a little bit shocked, I was very relieved and I was very emotional.”

The win earned Murray a world number three status.

4. First Wimbledon Win in 2013

Andy Murray became the first British man in 77 years to win Wimbledon on July 7 2013.

17.3 million people tuned in to watch Murray defeat Djokovic in straight sets on centre court – but kept viewers on edge as he racked up four championship points.

Murray said: “I understand how much everyone wanted to see a British winner at Wimbledon so I hope you guys enjoyed it.”

We did Andy, it was incredible.

5. 2016 – The Year of Andy Murray

In the words of Frank Sinatra “it was a very good year.”

2016 saw Murray win Wimbledon for a second time, take home the gold medal at the Olympics again as well as winning the ATP Finals, The Italian Open, The Shanghai Masters and the Paris Masters.

At this time Murray became world number one.

“I never thought I’d be number one in the world,” he said.

“It’s been many years of hard work to get here. It’s been such a difficult thing to do because of how good the guys around me have been.”

6. Andy Murray – Feminist

Murray has proclaimed himself a feminist and uses his platform to advocate for equality in his sport.

In 2016 John Inverdale declared Murray the first person to win two Olympic gold medals in tennis.

Murray hit-back: “I think Venus and Serena have won about four each.”

In 2017 he corrected a journalist who said Sam Querrey was the first American to reach a grand slam semi-final since 2009.

Murray responded, “Male player,” pointing out that Serena Williams had won multiple women’s titles in that period.

Serena Williams has said: “I don’t think there is a woman player who is not totally supportive of Andy Murray.”

7. A Triumphant Return to Centre Court

After a three-year absence from Wimbledon and career threatening injuries Murray – and his new metal hip – made a lasting impression when he defeated Georgian Nikoloz Basilashvili in the fourth set.

After another fourth match point win, centre court – half full due to covid restrictions – erupted with saltire flags, Scottish rugby shirts and tartan hats emerging as Murray celebrated.

“It is amazing to be back out here again on Centre Court. It was such a brilliant atmosphere, I have really missed playing in front of fans” Murray said.

It’s great to have you back pal.