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By Caroline Cheese
2104: No one seems to remember 1936, but apparently everyone knows that 1483 was the year of three kings. Many thanks for all your texts on that, but please, let's hear no more about it. History's boring innit?
2102: "The doors are open, the patrons are coming in and beginning to take their seats in Arthur Ashe Stadium."
BBC Radio 5 Live's Jonathan Overend in New York
2059: "I'm going to go on the same muscle-building programme as Andy Murray. I'm going to become Super Minister. He's quite skilful, he's unpredictable. He's fast. He's got instinct. I hope he wins tonight. But one way or the other, this is a top-class tennis player."
Scotland First Minister Alex Salmond
2055: "I was at a party with Andy's girlfriend's brother last week. That sort of makes me famous, right? I'm thinking he'll win in four sets! Good luck Andy."
Adam from Burgess Hill, via text on 81111
2052: Andy Murray and Roger Federer have both completed their warm-ups. The four-time defending champion opted for Arthur Ashe Stadium, while Murray stuck with one of the outside courts. Interesting? Or not really?
2049: "Re 2042: Sorry, but only two kings in 1485. Rich 3rd and henry 7th. Basic history mistake."
Thom, Wokingham, via text on 81111
2047: The great and good of Scotland have been throwing their weight behind Andy Murray today. Here's His Royal Hoyness Chris, er Hoy: "The fight and determination he seems to have is inspiring for a lot of athletes and if anyone can beat Federer, I'm sure Andy is the man to do it."
2042: "Re 2027: 1936 was only the third year in history to have three kings. The others being 1485 and 1066, but you'll probably be hard-pressed to find someone who remembers them."
Alex, Wimbledon, via text on 81111
2037: According to my extensive research (yup, wikipedia again), Fred Perry, Britain's last male Grand Slam singles champion, used to shout "very clevah" when his opponent hit a good shot - which would really rile his rivals. Just a little tip for Andy, if he's reading.
2032: "Forget school tomorrow, I'll be up as long as long as they're playing! Had a really awful day today so hopefully Andy can improve it with a winning performance."
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2027: Of course, I especially want to hear your memories of the last time a British man won a Grand Slam singles title back in 1936. A year when the Depression lingered on, the Spanish Civil War began, King Edward VIII abdicated and the Hoover Dam was completed. And the good old BBC started its first television broadcasts. Wonder what happened to the Beeb?
2021: "COME ON MURRAY. Had to get that one out before anyone else!"
Chris in Chepstow, via text on 81111
2017: Look, former Wimbledon champ Michael Stich has got involved already. "I think you have to go for Roger for his experience," the German told BBC Radio 5 Live. "He has 12 Grand Slam titles. A lot depends on how the match starts. Andy has to make sure the first set is tight. It's not too bad if he loses it, but he must not let Roger win it 6-2 or 6-3 and cruise it."
2011: It won't have escaped your notice that there are still nearly two hours until the big kick-off in New York, and even then, there'll be all sorts of razzle-dazzle before the players actually get to the court, so this is where you come in. Text on 81111 (charges apply) or get involved on 606. Don't let me ask you twice.
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2005: Hello. You'll be here for the big one. The grudge match. The Grapple in the Apple. Four-time defending champion Roger Federer against world number one Rafael Na... you what? A Brit? In a Grand Slam final? Well, bless my soul...
(BBC)
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