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This year’s opening Grand Slam tournament has just kicked off, pitting the world’s best tennis players against each other for the prestigious title of Australian Open champion.While the vast majority of serious contenders reached the second round, there was one notable exception in British star, Andy Murray, who was eliminated from the tournament.READ MORE: Andy Murray bravely exits Aus Open 2019 at 1st round after heroic fightbackDespite vigorous attempts to salvage the match, the two-time Wimbledon champion lost a nail-biting, five-set thriller to Spaniard Roberto Bautista 4-6, 4-6, 7-6, 7-6, 2-6.Murray lost the two opening sets 6-4 before heroically winning two tie-breaks in a row to revive his hopes in the match. Unfortunately for the British player, his efforts were in vain as he was sent packing after losing the decisive set 6-2.Also on rt.com'Why are they bidding him farewell?': Confusion reigns at Australian Open after Murray tribute videoSpanish tennis icon Rafal Nada…