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A tale of two Murrays: when Ewan met Ewen to talk Tiger Woods, stiff gins and 15 years of mistaken identity
Guardian journalist Ewan Murray and Sky Sports Golf commentator Ewen Murray on being mixed up by irate fans and ‘canteen commandos’
TL;DR
- Guardian journalist Ewan Murray and Sky Sports Golf commentator Ewen Murray share a similar name, leading to frequent confusion among fans.
- The journalist adopted an alter ego to respond humorously to comments and criticisms initially directed at the commentator.
- This online persona engaged in witty and sarcastic exchanges, often referencing 'buggers upstairs' and personal habits.
- The commentator found the situation amusing and shared some of the journalist's replies with others in the golf world, who also found them funny.
- The mix-up led to some fans mistakenly approaching the journalist, with one even threatening to find him in a pub.
- The commentator, Ewen Murray, has a long career in golf broadcasting, starting in 1990 after his professional playing career ended.