The "Battle of the Andys" is due to hit Centre Court as the British number one looks to book his place in the men's final at Wimbledon.

Murray faces Andy Roddick in his first SW19 semi-final on Friday with the media devoting endless column inches to his chances of becoming the first men's home champion since Fred Perry in 1936.

In a bid to distract himself from the hoopla, Murray has been watching clips of boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Murray said: "I actually watched a few boxing clips on YouTube, watched a bit of Floyd Mayweather Jr.

"He's had a bad rib injury, but is coming back soon which should be good."

Points victory or knockout blow, Murray will hope the undefeated five division world champion can provide him with the inspiration to overcome big-serving Roddick and earn a spot against Roger Federer or Tommy Haas in Sunday's final.

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