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Nov 27, 2024 | thetennisgazette.com | Sammy France |Sam France

In news that is still sinking in, Andy Murray has been announced as Novak Djokovic’s new coach heading into the 2025 Australian Open. Andy Murray’s unexpected announcement as Novak Djokovic’s coach has sent shockwaves through the tennis world. The two longtime rivals, who faced off in 36 matches, including all four major finals, will now collaborate in an unprecedented partnership.

Nov 26, 2024 | thetennisgazette.com | Sammy France |Sam France

At just 18-years-old, Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic joined forces in the doubles for the 2006 Australian Open. When Andy Murray took to Centre Court for the final time in July, he knew was mere weeks from the end of his career, extending his stay until the Paris Olympics. It felt and still feels like tennis had lost one of its greats. Tim Henman suggested Murray would relish a coaching role, saying at the time that he sees it more as an inevitably.

Nov 26, 2024 | thetennisgazette.com | Sammy France |Sam France

In the most shocking and exciting news of the week, Andy Murray has taken on his first coaching role, partnering with his long-time rival Novak Djokovic for the 2025 Australian Open. The Scot retired earlier this year at the Paris Olympics but has taken little time before announcing his comeback. Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, likely sees Andy Murray’s deep understanding of his own game as an asset in his pursuit of a record-extending 25th Slam.

Nov 25, 2024 | thetennisgazette.com | Sammy France |Sam France

Of all the rivalries that will return to the tour in 2025, a clash between Nick Kyrgios and Stefanos Tsitsipas is certainly one to watch. The pair, both with ties to Greece, have one of tennis’ most explosive rivalries, marked by dramatic encounters and rather sharp exchanges both on and off the court. Their infamous 2022 Wimbledon third-round clash saw tensions boil over, with Stefanos Tsitsipas accusing Nick Kyrgios of ‘bullying’ after the match.

Nov 24, 2024 | thetennisgazette.com | Sammy France |Sam France

Andy Murray is set to embark on his first coaching role since retiring, joining forces with his former rival Novak Djokovic for the 2025 Australian Open. The 37-year-old, who ended his illustrious 19-year playing career in August, expressed excitement about “spending time on the same side of the net as Novak for a change.” The pair, who contested four finals at the Australian Open, will work together during the off-season in preparation for the tournament, which runs from January 12 to 26.