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Judy Murray pays tribute to retiring Anne Keothavong

British Federation Cup captain Judy Murray praises Anne Keothavong following word of her retirement.

Judy Murray has paid tribute to Anne Keothavong following the news that the former British number one is to retire from tennis.

The Federation Cup captain described the 29-year-old as a "committed team member" and hailed her professionalism.

"It's been a real pleasure for me to work with Anne as part of the Fed Cup team. You couldn't ask for a better, more committed team member - a great professional who represented her country with huge pride and passion," BBC Sport quotes her as saying.

LTA chief executive, Roger Draper, added: "Anne has been a true ambassador for British tennis, both on and off the court during her entire career. Anne's courage was evident in coming back from not one, but two challenging knee surgeries.

"A journey that began on the park courts of Hackney led to her being an inspirational role model for young girls everywhere, as well as to our current generation of players. We wish her well in the next chapter of her life."

Keothavong, won a total of 20 singles titles on the International Tennis Federation circuit, has joined BT Sport as a match analyst.

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