(CNN) -- At last. The 77-year itch has been scratched, history has been rewritten and the yearning is no longer. Perhaps now -- after becoming the first British man to win Wimbledon for what seemed an eternity, Andy Murray will finally feel loved. A straight sets victory over Novak Djokovic in the final was accomplished with the grit and vigor for which this champion is renowned -- but it is his softer side which has endeared him to the wider world. Just 12 months ago, Murray stood on Centre Court and cried. He cried tears of pain and anguish -- showing a part of himself of which very few ever knew existed following his final defeat.
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Andy Murray wins Wimbledon after defeating World No.1 Novak Djokovic
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Murray prevailed 6-4 7-5 6-4 in titanic tussle
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World No.2 first British winner since Fred Perry in 1936
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