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Henman elevating cash for deprived youth; Murray & co. pitch in
Gamers come collectively for Tim Henman Basis
December 05, 2024
Tim Henman Basis
Andy Murray and Tim Henman be a part of forces to boost funds for the Tim Henman Basis.
By ATP Employees
Former British No. 1 Tim Henman participated in a 24-hour tennis problem to boost funds for his eponymous basis to help deprived younger folks. The 11-time tour-level titlist performed tennis from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on 30 November and 1 December on the Indoor Tennis Centre on the All England Membership, Wimbledon.
“I really feel very lucky to have been given alternatives in my life. That’s not the case for everyone,” Henman stated. “By our work on the THF we want to present as many sport and training alternatives for as many deprived younger folks as doable. With right now’s challenges, bodily and psychological well being are extra necessary than ever.”
Within the twenty fourth hour of the problem, the previous No. 4 participant within the PIF ATP Rankings was joined by the two-time Wimbledon champion Andy Murray.
“Managed to get again out on the tennis court docket for the final hour of Tim Henman 24-hour Tennis Problem @wimbledon. I used to be horrible,” Murray jokingly captioned an Instagram image, posing with Henman.
Henman was additionally joined by celebrities from the sports activities and leisure world and supporters in every slot, together with former cricketer Andrew Strauss. ATP and WTA stars Jack Draper and Emma Raducanu and broadcaster Laura Robson additionally made an look.
“Please donate to the Tim Henman Basis Christmas Enchantment. Any donations over £10 will likely be doubled and could be put in a prize draw to get a signed bag and racquet from myself,” Draper shared by means of the Tim Henman Basis Instagram account.
The Tim Henman Basis was relaunched in June 2015. In accordance with the muse’s official web site, it’s a “youth charity with the mission of reworking the lives of deprived younger folks by creating sporting and academic alternatives in addition to bettering psychological and bodily well being along with our companions”.
To be taught extra and contribute, click on right here.
The attraction closes on Tuesday, December 10.