In a surprising turn of events, Andy Murray has agreed to join Novak Djokovic’s coaching team for the upcoming Australian Open. This announcement comes just months after Murray’s retirement from professional tennis following the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Murray and Djokovic have been fierce rivals for over two decades, facing each other 36 times on the ATP Tour, with Djokovic winning 25 of those encounters. Their rivalry has been marked by some of the most epic battles in tennis history, including four Australian Open finals where Djokovic emerged victorious.
Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, is aiming for a record-extending 11th Australian Open title in Melbourne. After parting ways with his previous coach, Goran Ivanisevic, earlier this year, Djokovic believes that Murray’s experience and insights will be invaluable in his quest for another major title.
Murray, a three-time Grand Slam winner and two-time Olympic gold medalist, expressed his excitement about the new role. “I’m really excited for it and looking forward to spending time on the same side of the net as Novak for a change, helping him to achieve his goals,” Murray said.
Djokovic described the partnership as “one final chapter” in their storied careers. “It’s time for one of my toughest opponents to step into my corner. Welcome on board, coach Andy Murray,” Djokovic said on social media.
The Australian Open is set to begin on January 12, 2025, and all eyes will be on Djokovic and Murray as they embark on this unique coaching journey. Will Murray’s guidance help Djokovic secure another historic title? Only time will tell.
Novak Djokovic in 2024
LWWWWWWLWW Currently the world no.7, Djokovic played his last match on the 13th of October when he was defeated by world no.1 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final in Shanghai (draw).
At present, during this year Novak has managed to achieve an overall 37-9 win-loss record. Novak conquered 1 title in Paris. The Serbian reached the final in Wimbledon and Shanghai.
