Britain hopes Andy's a dandy

World No 3 expected to carry host past Aussies

Britain's rise from embarrassing Davis Cup lightweight to title contender has been nothing short of spectacular and it will open as a slight favorite to reach its first final in 37 years against Australia on Friday.

A glance at the respective depth of the two sides contesting the semifinal would appear to question that wisdom, but with Andy Murray in its ranks and an expected vociferous crowd in Glasgow, the momentum is with the host.