Murray confirms Djokovic's words about their partnership: "We will do it"

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Novak Djokovic surprised the tennis world with his retirement in the semifinals of the Open de Australia 2025 after only one set against Alexander Zverev (7-6). Despite losing it, Nole seemed to have the match under control in various aspects, but it was proven that he was not pretending in front of Alcaraz and was actually injured. Overall, his tournament was positive as he dominated the court against Jiri Lehecka and Tomas Machac. Although he dropped a set against Nishesh Basavareddy and Jaime Faria in the early rounds, his passage did not seem to be in danger. Against Alcaraz, he had a tougher time but imposed his authority after losing the first set. All this, with the help of Andy Murray from the sidelines.

One of the key elements of this return to motivation for competition has been the addition of Andy Murray to his team. After the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Novak Djokovic seemed to have lost the desire to compete at the highest level, having literally 'outgrown' the game of tennis. In this Open de Australia 2025, Andy was seen as a coach alongside Carlos Gómez-Herrera and with good chemistry with Nole. After the semifinal, Andy spoke about his future on Djokovic's coaching team.

- A pending conversation

Andy Murray echoed Djokovic's words, stating that in their agreement it was noted to talk after the Open de Australia 2025: "We will do it," confirmed the Scot, also discussing his pupil's tennis: "I had the opportunity to witness extraordinary tennis and, against Alcaraz, it was one of the best matches I have seen in person. It was an incredible performance."

- Djokovic, physically limited

Nole did not train in the last days, and far from deserving boos, the Serb deserved applause for managing to defeat Alcaraz while not at his best. Retiring with a 7-6 score instead of 6-1 demonstrates the significant pain he was enduring. Murray commented on Djokovic's physical state: "It's unfortunate that the body doesn't respond as one wishes. It was a shame to end like this because at this stage of the tournament, you feel you are close to something very special."

- His contribution to the team

"Sometimes I feel embarrassed that after a good performance by Novak, it is said that it was because I helped him. I am aware that the team around him has done an incredible job for many years to keep him competing at the highest level at his age" (37).

Murray highlighted the warm welcome he received from Djokovic's environment: "Everyone has helped me tremendously, I had a great welcome, and it has been great to be part of it. For me, it is a very steep learning curve because many things change from player to coach. You don't just think about yourself. Still, I have a lot to learn."

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