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Andy Murray Reflects on Short Djokovic Coaching Spell, Calls Outcomes 'Disappointing'

He recounts an embarrassing first-day cramp to illustrate the off-court demands he faced.

Overview

  • The retired three-time Grand Slam champion joined Novak Djokovic's team in November 2024 about three months after finishing his playing career at the Paris Olympics.
  • Their stint peaked at the 2025 Australian Open, where Djokovic defeated Carlos Alcaraz to reach the semifinals before retiring injured against Alexander Zverev.
  • Murray said the Melbourne setback preceded a difficult period that featured early losses in Doha and Indian Wells and a runner-up finish in Miami to teenager Jakub Mensik.
  • The partnership ended by mutual agreement in May 2025 after mixed results across a limited number of events.
  • Speaking on The Tennis Podcast, Murray said he was fully invested, learned about his coaching strengths and weaknesses, and recalled cramping through a 50-minute run on day one that left him "in so much pain."