Murray vows to learn lessons of Wimbledon defeat

ANDY Murray admitted he was simply outplayed after falling just short of a first Wimbledon final appearance.

I'LL BE BACK: Andy Murray vows to make amends for his Wimbledon loss at next month's US Open at Flushing Meadows

The third seed and British home hope was beaten by an inspired Andy Roddick, who produced an unerring service display with a 6-4, 4-6, 7-6, 7-6 semi-final victory.

Roddick will now play Roger Federer in Sunday's final - a reprise of the 2004 and 2005 finals - both won by the Swiss.

But Murray vowed to return next year to right the wrong.

"You always expect your opponents to play well and he served great, especially in the tie breaks," said Murray.

"I had a few chances in the first tie-break and in the third set but I didn't take them.

"I thought I played well. I hit more winners and less unforced errors but it just came down to points on his serve and he served really, really well.

"Sometimes there is not much you can do. If someone serves 130mph consistently throughout the match, it is very tough to break them.

"I will move on quickly from this and come back stronger. If you lose one match and let it ruin your year, that is a pathetic attitude.

"If I keep playing well, I'm going to give myself opportunities. I believe I can win a Grand Slam.

"I will come back next year and try and do better."

Murray will now have five weeks off before focusing his attention on the US Open at Flushing Meadow and the Masters 1000 events that precede it.

He was a beaten finalist against Federer last year and the world number three has made no secret that the hard court surface in New York is where he prospers.

"I've always said the US Open is my best chance to win a Slam and I'll give it my best shot there," added Murray.

"I've liked the US Open ever since a junior. I love New York and the atmosphere on the court is great.

"However, I think it's been a very good Wimbledon for me. I've done better than I ever have before, I played some good tennis and dealt with everything put in front of me."

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