ANDY MURRAY was the toast of Glasgow yesterday as the Davis Cup swung into action in spectacular fashion.

First on at a packed Emirates Arena, the world No.5 was greeted by the noise of 7,700 tennis fans rising to their feet to welcome him on to the court ahead of his singles rubber against American Donald Young.

Onlookers young and old witnessed a commanding performance from the Olympic champion who swept aside his opponent with ease early on to take the first two sets within just 46 minutes.

Murray did take his foot off the gas to allow his opponent to win the third, but the crowd were not to be disappointed as the Scot recovered to storm to a four-set victory.

It was a raucous atmosphere in what was his first appearance on a tennis court north of the border since his Wimbledon triumph almost two years ago.

Chants of 'Let's go Andy, let's go' rang round the specially customised Commonwealth Games arena in Glasgow's east end, with swathes of Union Jacks and Saltires fluttering in the in the stands.

There was the odd punter who took their attire a bit seriously as some even sported full Union Jack suits while kids could be seen with their hero's name painted on it.

Murray's fans may have to wait until tomorrow before they get to marvel at his magic once more when he takes on the USA's John Isner.

His brother Jamie and Dominic Inglot have been selected by Glaswegian Great Britain captain Leon Smith to feature in this afternoon's doubles match against the Bryan brothers.

However, there is still a possibility that line-up may be altered to accommodate the British No.1 if needed.

Speaking after his victory, Murray told the crowd: "To play in front of a packed arena given that I was born here was pretty special. I'm glad I managed to play a good match and get the win."