The story of Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic's unlikely partnership as duo cut ties ahead of Roland-Garros
Published 13/05/2025 at 14:31 GMT+1
When Andy Murray joined Novak Djokovic's coaching team in November 2024, it sparked the imagination of the sporting world. The pair had been rivals on the court for years, and Djokovic was excited to have the former British No. 1 on his side for once. However, after a difficult start to Djokovic's season, the pair have parted company. Here is the story of how these two greats teamed up.
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Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray parted company on Tuesday after a six-month partnership that caught the eye of the sporting world.
The former British No. 1 had been coaching the 24-time Grand Slam winner, but according to reports, their alliance has come to an early end by mutual consent.
It has been a difficult season for Djokovic, but after saying his partnership with Murray would go on indefinitely as recently as February, the announcement came somewhat a surprise.
With that in mind, here are some of the key moments from their partnership.
Two greats team up
Murray retired from professional tennis in August 2024 but took up the role in Djokovic's coaching team last November.
The Serbian star and the two-time Wimbledon winner knew each other well after sharing a rivalry on the court for several years.
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Murray and Djokovic after the 2011 Australian Open final
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Djokovic admitted he was excited to have Murray on his side of the net for once ahead of their first Grand Slam together at the Australian Open.
"I am excited to have one of my greatest rivals on the same side of the net, as my coach," he said when the legendary duo linked up.
"[I'm] looking forward to the start of the season and competing in Australia alongside Andy, with whom I have shared many exceptional moments on the Australian soil."
Heartbreak at the Australian Open
The partnership got off to a flying start at the opening Grand Slam of 2025 with Djokovic making it to the semi-finals as he chased his 11th crown in Melbourne.
He faced Germany's Alexander Zverev in the final four, but after a close-fought first set, he was forced to withdraw due to a leg injury, which ultimately resulted in back-to-back semi-final exits.
Shock in the Miami Open final
Djokovic would also reach the final of the 2025 Miami Open while working alongside Murray.
However, things did not go to plan for the former world No. 1.
The Serb was stunned by the then world No. 54 Jakub Mensik, who became the lowest-ranked champion in the history of the tournament.
Eliminated from the Monte Carlo MastersÂ
Djokovic is yet to win a competitive match on clay this year ahead of the start of the 2025 French Open later this month, where he will bid for a fourth title.
And his poor form on the surface continued at the Monte-Carlo Masters.
Djokovic was eliminated from the tournament in his first match, falling to straight-set defeat against Alejandro Tabilo.
He followed that up with a defeat in the first round of the Madrid Open last month as Italian Matteo Arnaldi victored in two sets.
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All good things must come to an end
After a difficult few months, the news broke that Djokovic and Murray would go their separate ways on Tuesday.
Djokovic thanked the Scot for his hard work during their time together.
"Thank you, coach Andy, for all the hard work, fun and support over the last six months on and off the court," said Djokovic.
"I really enjoyed deepening our friendship together."
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