Andy Murray says he could not turn down the "unique opportunity" to coach his long-time rival Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open.

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.

Murray could not resist the offer of teaming up with the 24-time grand slam champion ahead of the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic, who is in search of the eluding 25th Grand Slam, took the startling decision of including his former rival Andy Murray to his coaching team in November 2024.

Andy Murray had entrenched himself in a different sport before receiving a "surprise" call from Novak Djokovic, asking for his expertise at the Australian Open.

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Andy Murray has insisted he will be “absolutely fine” with Novak Djokovic venting his anger at his coaching team at the Australian Open as long as he is “trying his hardest”. But the Scot admitted working with the Serbian superstar is going to be “stressful” as the Olympic champion seeks to win a record 25th Grand Slam singles title.

Andy Murray has said he does not want Djokovic to suppress his emotions on court and is even willing to be the target of any angry outbursts at the Australian Open.