On this day: Roger Federer beats Andy Murray in Bangkok final

Andy Murray made his professional debut at 16 in 2003. He won his first Futures title in Glasgow in September 2004. Andy won four Future titles in Spain and Italy. In 2005 he won seven matches on grass at Queen's, Wimbledon and Newport. Murray reached the third round on his Major debut in the ATP Tour. The next month he was crowned with the first Challenger title. After that he gained almost 200 positions in rankings and reached top-100. His first Masters 1000 win came in Cincinnati.

Roger Federer won the title in Bangkok 2005. He beat Andy Murray in straight sets. It was Roger's 77th win in 80 matches. Andy had to wait a few more months before winning his first ATP title. He won in San Jose in February 2006. Roger won his 11th title of the season. The match took place on this day. They played in the Bangkok Open. There were no changes in venue. In the match, Roger served for the opener at 5-3. Murray saved a break point at 1-2. After 37 minutes Roger clinched the first set.