The news of the collaboration between Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray was one of the most surprising of the latter part of 2024. No one expected these two legends, rivals until a few months ago, to decide to work together in 2025.

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have started their on-court preparations at the Australian Open ahead of the Serbian’s bid for a 25th grand slam title this month. Djokovic has said former rival Murray will bring a “fresh look” and “unique perspective” as his coach as he seeks to win a record-exending 11th Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic has trained with new coach Andy Murray for the first time in public ahead of the Australian Open. Murray – who retired after the 2024 Olympics at the age of 37 – joined Djokovic’s team in November. The two-time former Wimbledon champion spent 10 days with Djokovic before Christmas in preparation for the new season.

Novak Djokovic has credited rival-turned-coach Andy Murray with bringing a “fresh look” to his game ahead of the start of the 2025 season.

Former rivals Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray practice for the first time ahead of the Australian Open.

Sir Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic were pictured working together for the first time on Tuesday morning, five days before the start of the Australian Open.