Andy Murray claimed victory over England's Jack Draper while Dan Evans had won the opening match at Battle of the Brits.

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Andy Murray claimed victory over England's Jack Draper while Dan Evans had won the opening match at Battle of the Brits.

Andy Murray smashed out England's tennis ace Jack Draper in a thrilling final set tie-break in the first day of Battle of the Brits. With the victory at the end of day 1, Scotland and England all-square at 1-1.

Murray edged out Jack Draper by 6-2 1-6 12-10 to pull Scotland level at 1-1 with England at the Battle of the Brits in Aberdeen.

Earlier, England made a quick lead over Scotland through the sensational victory of Dan Evans over Aiden McHugh by 6-4 6-2.

The three-time grand slam champion, Andy Murray will now face Dan Evans on Thursday before teaming up with brother Jamie.