Jamie Murray into semis and closer to second Wimbledon doubles title

Jamie Murray serves during his victory with John Peers of Australia against Alexander Peya and Bruno Soares. Photograph: Julian Finney/Getty ImagesJamie Murray moved closer to a second Wimbledon doubles title as he and his Australian partner John Peers marched into the men’s doubles semi-finals.

The 29-year-old Murray was a mixed doubles champion with Jelena Jankovic eight years ago and stands within touching distance of another final, after a 6-4, 7-6, 6-3 victory over the No8 seeds, Alexander Peya and Bruno Soares, sealed a last\u2011four place.

Peers served them over the winning line and the pair embraced as the No2 Court crowd roared their approval at the British victory. Murray’s mother,…