Murray flying solo at Wimbledon

Andy Murray is flying the flag solo for Britain as the country crashed to its worst ever start at Wimbledon.

For the first time in 124 contests at the All England Club, the host nation is left with just one player to support in the second round.

But Murray guaranteed his status as Britain's last hope as he cruised past first round opponent Jan Hajek in straight sets.

The victory - as fans blistered in 27C temperatures - means the world number four is almost certain of playing before the Queen on Centre Court on Thursday.

Fans at SW19 sweltered as Murray dispatched his Czech opponent 7-5 6-1 6-2 in just over an hour and a half.

Anne Keothavong, Jamie Baker and Heather Watson all slumped to defeat to ensure it was not just the weather that made fans hot under the collar.