Celtic FC Foundation have announced that a signed jersey donated by tennis superstar Andy Murray has been auctioned off for £7000.
Murray donated the jersey when he dropped into Celtic Park to take part in the crossbar challenge ahead of his stunning performance at the nearby Emirates Arena for Team GB, where he led them to Davis Cup victory over Australia.
All funds will be devoted to assisting those affected by the current refugee crisis through Celtic FC Foundation’s partnership with the British Red Cross in Glasgow and, in particular, its Europe Refugee Crisis Appeal.
The Europe Refugee Crisis Appeal will support refugees and communities affected by the crisis across Europe, in neighbouring countries and the UK.
Tony Hamilton, CEO of Celtic FC Foundation said: “Andy Murray is a wonderful ambassador for sport in Scotland and the country is rightly proud of his outstanding achievements in tennis.
“His willingness to support our efforts around the refugee crisis can never be underestimated and we are so grateful for his fantastic contribution.
“I would also like to thank all of those who played their part by bidding on the shirt and, particularly, the eventual winner who paid a magnificent £7,000 to secure a piece of unique sporting memorabilia.”
Andy Murray recently reinforced his support for those assisting refugees, as he pledged to donate £50 for every ace he hits in the rest of the tennis season to Unicef, to help children affected by the refugee crisis.
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