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Novak Djokovic Opts for Self-Management After Ending Murray Partnership

Djokovic confirms he will proceed without a coach for now, focusing on upcoming tournaments to assess his form ahead of the French Open.

Tennis - Australian Open - Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia - January 22, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic celebrates with his coach Andy Murray after winning his quarter final match against Spain's Carlos Alcaraz REUTERS/Edgar Su/File Photo
Tennis - Madrid Open - Park Manzanares, Madrid, Spain - April 26, 2025 Serbia's Novak Djokovic reacts during his round of 64 match against Italy's Matteo Arnaldi REUTERS/Juan Medina/File Photo

Overview

  • Novak Djokovic has parted ways with Andy Murray after a six-month coaching partnership, citing mutual agreement that no further on-court gains were possible.
  • The 38-year-old Serbian tennis star stated he is in no rush to appoint a new coach and feels comfortable with his current support team.
  • Djokovic plans to reassess his coaching setup after participating in the next few tournaments, including the French Open starting May 25.
  • His winless clay-court season, with early exits in Monte Carlo and Madrid, has raised concerns about his form heading into Roland Garros.
  • Despite the split, Djokovic expressed deepened respect for Murray, highlighting their strengthened personal friendship during their collaboration.