Retired Champion Andy Murray to Coach Novak Djokovic at 2025 Australian Open

Nov 23, 2024, 04:16 PM

Andy Murray, the recently retired three-time Grand Slam champion, will coach Novak Djokovic in the build-up to and during the upcoming 2025 Australian Open. This marks Murray's first coaching role since retiring from professional tennis several months ago. Djokovic announced the partnership, expressing his enthusiasm for having one of his greatest rivals on his side. "I am delighted to have one of my greatest rivals on the same side of the net as me, this time as a coach," said Djokovic in a statement. The collaboration is considered a significant development in the tennis world, as Murray and Djokovic have been competitors for over 20 years, including their junior days.