Murray was born in Anstruther, Fife and after a successful amateur career, turned professional in 2006 when he reached the final stage of the European Tour Qualifying School.

[1][2] The win helped him to a top ten end of season ranking which earned him a place on the European Tour for 2011.

The Scotsman said after a fog delay on the third day, a young fan asked for his autograph - for the first time ever.

Murray later said it was the young fan that inspired to play well as he enjoyed feeling the success.

[citation needed] After a poor 2012 season, Murray lost his playing rights and failed to regain his card at qualifying school by one shot after making a double bogey at the last hole.