Novak Djokovic enjoys first grand slam practice session with Andy Murray as coach
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Djokovic and Murray have now teamed up in Melbourne ahead of the start of the Australian Open. 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.
![[Murray and Djokovic together on court as player and coach]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/07/09/GettyImages-2192764927.jpg)
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. Murray, who retired after last summer’s Olympics, was seen with a racket in hand as Djokovic underwent practice drills at Melbourne Park on Tuesday.
![[Djokovic faced Murray in four Australian Open finals]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/07/09/GettyImages-2192764891.jpg)
The 37-year-old travelled to Australia after Christmas, with Djokovic opening his campaign by playing at the Brisbane International. Murray made the shock decision to join Djokovic’s team in November and spent 10 days working with him during the off-season.
![[The 10-time champion was in high spirits after returning]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/07/09/GettyImages-2192764860.jpg)
Djokovic told the ATP website last month that Murray had him impressed with his “meticulous” and “dedicated” approach to coaching. “In a way it was strange for me to share all these kinds of insights about how I feel on the court, sharing some of the secrets of what I’m going through,” Djokovic said.
“But I’m so glad and very thankful that he has accepted to work with me here in Australia. The 10 days that we spent together were terrific. I enjoyed every bit of it. “He has a unique perspective on my game as one of the greatest rivals that I’ve had. He knows the pros and cons of my game.
