Cheer up, Kim, you’re getting married today
WHEN it comes to glamour, the bride is expected to be the centre of attention on her big day.
But when Andy Murray and his long-term girlfriend tie the knot today, Kim Sears will have stiff competition from the mothers.
Judy Murray, 55, who has had a makeover since her appearance on Strictly Come Dancing last year, is said to have spent months planning her outfit. But she could be out- shone by Leonore Sears, 5 , who has long been admired on the tennis circuit by gentlemen of a certain vintage.
With her long blonde hair and trim figure, the South African – who works for Cambridge University Press and lives in Sussex with husband Nigel, 58 – bears a strong resemblance to her daughter. The ceremony, in Murray’s home town, Dunblane, is being hailed there as the event of the year. One charity shop has displayed mannequins of the bride and groom, while many are calling it Scotland’s royal wedding.
Dunblane Cathedral has been decked out with trees for the ceremony – perhaps inspired by the way Westminster Abbey was decorated for the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge in 2011. Murray and Miss Sears, both 27, who met ten years ago, were initially expected to marry in the small chapel at Cromlix House, the luxury hotel owned by the tennis star.
The former Wimbledon champion has said the wedding will not be a star-studded affair, with the biggest name on the guest list likely to be former British No 1 Tim Henman.
The couple are also said to have delayed their honeymoon until the end of the year to accommodate Murray’s tennis schedule.