7 signs from Murray's early years that proved he was a future No. 1: A career in pictures

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Andy Murray Orange Bowl — In Years Gone By: Andy Murray won one of the most prestigious junior titles in tennis

6) Won his first ATP title in San Jose at 21

SAN JOSE, CA - FEBRUARY 17: Andy Murray of Great Britain competes against Andy Roddick of the U.S. during the semifinal match at the SAP Open held at the HP Pavilion February 17, 2006 in San Jose, California. Andy Murray defeated Andy Roddick 7-6 (8), 6-4. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) — 2005-2006 was one of the best years of Andy Murray’s early career

Murray managed to put together a stellar title run at the 2006 SAP Open, beating Robin Soderling in the quarter final, Any Roddick in the semi-final, & Lleyton Hewitt in the final, to win his first ATP title. The final was decided by deciding set tiebreaker, which Murray won quite comfortably, which confirmed his ability to step up his game at crucial moments.

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