Murray and Djokovic’s blockbuster partnership ensures one thing ahead of the Australian Open, as his young rivals grow ever stronger

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have known each other for a quarter of a century. They played from the age of 12, meeting 36 times as professionals, including 10 Grand Slam matches.

It will be all business when Andy Murray coaches Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. While the partnership between two of the biggest rivals in recent men’s tennis history has awakened feelings of shock,

MELBOURNE - Novak Djokovic has been pleasantly surprised by the professionalism of new coach Andy Murray in the leadup to the Australian Open but said sharing his deepest thoughts with his former rival had initially been a challenge.

Andy Murray retired from tennis last year due to repeated injury problems and the three-time Grand Slam champion has since teamed up with former rival Novak Djokovic as his coach

Most notably, Andy Murray has been spotted coaching Novak Djokovic during his practice sessions. And the retired Brit is now set to return to the court himself after signing up to the pre-tournament 'A Night with Novak' event.

The Serbinator, Novak Djokovic, does not need a mention as he has already established himself as one of the legends of tennis with multiple accolades under his name, including ten Australian Opens, three French Opens,

Andy Murray has signed up to play a pre-Australian Open event despite retiring just months ago. The five-time finalist at Melbourne Park is back Down Under in a new role this year, coaching Novak Djokovic. But he will also return to the court to play two matches on Rod Laver Arena.

Novak Djokovic's former rival-turned-coach Andy Murray does not want the Serbian to suppress his emotions on court and is even willing to be the target of any angry outbursts as long as the 24-times major winner gives his all at the Australian Open.