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Novak Djokovic has hired Andy Murray as a head coach for the Serbian’s run in the upcoming Australian Open.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Novak Djokovic Hires Andy Murray As Head Coach<\/h2>\n

On Saturday 23rd November, Andy Murray revealed his next step in the world of tennis as the Scotsman confirmed that he will be coaching Novak Djokovic<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In August of this year Murray decided to retire from the sport after a series of injuries and many wondered what he would do next.<\/p>\n

This decision has shocked tennis fans across the globe and Murray will act as a head coach in Djokovic’s build-up to the Australian open.<\/p>\n

As of right now, the Serbian has been priced as the third favourite to win the Australian Open on UK betting sites<\/a>, behind Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner<\/p>\n

Murray spoke about this move, saying: “I\u2019ll be joining Novak\u2019s team during the preparation period, helping him prepare for the Australian Open. <\/em><\/p>\n

I\u2019m really excited about it and I am looking forward to being on the same side of the net for a change. I\u2019m also grateful for the opportunity to help him achieve his goals.”<\/em><\/p>\n

The two enjoyed a competitive rivalry over the last two decades and Djokovic beat Murray in four Australian Open finals.<\/p>\n

The Serbian tennis star has won the tournament 10 times and is looking to seal his 24th Grand Slam title in January 2025.<\/p>\n

Djokovic spoke on Murray’s appointment, saying: “We played each other since we were boys, 25 years of being rivals, of pushing each other beyond our limits.<\/em><\/p>\n

“We had some of the most epic battles in our sport. It\u2019s time for one of my toughest opponents to step into my corner.”<\/em><\/p>\n

The previous campaign was one one of the worst in Djokovic’s career<\/a>, as the Serb failed to win a major title in a calendar year for the first time since 2017 – despite winning gold at the Olympics.<\/p>\n

A spokesperson from Djokovic’s team said: “The agreement was finalised as a strategy plan for the upcoming season, with a primary focus on the preparation period and the Australian Open, where Novak will be aiming to capture a record-extending 11th title. <\/em><\/p>\n

“He has previously won the trophy in Melbourne in 2008, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2023.”<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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