US Open Champion and Olympic Gold medallist Andy Murray is set to make an "emotional" return to Dunblane to celebrate his summer of success.
Murray will arrive in his hometown on an open-top bus on Sunday before taking part in a walkabout.
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets as the tennis ace catches up with friends, family and the local community.
Murray was unable to attend the Olympic parade in Glasgow on Friday.
Members of the public have been urged to arrive early as the parade and walkabout are expected to be extremely busy.
End Quote Supt Gordon Dawson Central Scotland PoliceAndy has asked for plenty of time to meet his fans"
The 25-year-old champion is due to arrive in the town at about 12:00 BST then walk up Perth Road to Beech Road, along High Street - stopping at his golden Olympic postbox - before continuing up High Street to Fourways Roundabout and into the tennis courts.
Murray said: "I can't wait to get back to Dunblane to where it all began and share my US Open victory with everyone and thank them for all the support.
"It's definitely going to be emotional, but it's a very special place for me."
Central Scotland Police warned of traffic disruption as large numbers are expected to turn out for the visit.
Stirling Area Commander Supt Gordon Dawson said: "Andy has asked for plenty of time to meet his fans. We have worked closely with Stirling Council to work out a lengthy route.
"He will walk along Perth Road from Clarendon Place, into the High Street then across to the tennis club. This may take a couple of hours so I ask everyone to be patient and enjoy the day."
There will be road closures in place and there will be no access to Beech Road or High Street.
Stirling Provost Mike Robbins, who will be Murray's host and deliver a welcome on behalf of the whole area, said: "We're so thrilled that Andy's coming.
"It's always a pleasure to welcome him back, but this time, of course, it's extra, extra special.
"I visited local schools the morning after his US Open triumph, and everyone was just buzzing. The one thing the children wanted was the chance to say 'well done', and now we will all be able to do just that."
16 Sep, 2012
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Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-19610677#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa
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