STAR tennis coach Judy Murray helped unveil Glasgow's new £350,000 outdoor tennis courts.

The Drumpchapel courts have been revamped as part of a city-wide £1million project designed to inspire the next generation of tennis stars.

A new surface, fencing and floodlights mean the courts will benefit the local community.

Judy, mum to world No. 2 and Olympic gold medal winner Andy Murray, said: "I think it's amazing how far on the courts have come. I came out to see them before the work started and they were in a really bad state of repair and covered in potholes.

"There is a really strong community of tennis playing in Drumchapel and that's thanks to a coordinated effort from the local club and schools."

The park, which opens to the public tomorrow, is owned by Glasgow City Council and run by Glasgow Life.

It is one of two in the city to benefit from an upgrade, with Knightswood Park also to be improved as part of the project, with other areas to follow.

Once complete the improved courts will support the delivery of Glasgow's Tennis Facilities Strategy and will be free for the public to use.

Judy said having courts in areas like Drumchapel is a positive step to moving tennis away from its elitist image.

She added: "Having a park that can be used by anyone is a fantastic example of opening tennis up to the masses."

Glasgow City Council Treasurer Paul Rooney joined Judy and current Scottish under-12 stars Chloe Compson, Catriona Macintosh, Alicia Gates and Emma Forrest to help unveil the new courts.

The investment is part of a UK-wide project supported by the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) and the Tennis Foundation.

Judy's visit comes ahead of community open days at both sites this weekend.

Members of the public can come down and try out the new courts at Drumchapel Park on Saturday between 10am and 3pm.

Those attending will be able to take part in free coaching sessions, fastest serve competitions, cardio tennis workouts and a beat the coach competition.

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