Djokovic said that he hired Murray as his coach because he knows him very well

Former tennis player Gabriela Sabatini, center, poses with Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro, right, and Serbia's Novak Djokovic prior to an exhibition tennis match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024.

Former tennis player Gabriela Sabatini, center, poses with Argentina's Juan Martin Del Potro, right, and Serbia's Novak Djokovic prior to an exhibition tennis match in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Gustavo Garello)


6 photos
Save Story
Leer en español

Estimated read time: Less than a minute

BUENOS AIRES, Argentina — Hiring Andy Murray as his coach came naturally for Novak Djokovic. On a trip to Argentina to play in a farewell match for Juan Martín del Potro, the Serbian explained why he chose his former rival after being without a coach for six months. Murray and Djokovic announced last week they plan to work together for the Australian Open in January. Djokovic is a 24-time Grand Slam champion who has spent more weeks at No. 1 than any other player in tennis history. Murray won three major trophies and two Olympic singles gold medals and finished 2016 atop the ATP rankings. He ended his playing career after the Paris Olympics in August.

Photos

Most recent Tennis stories

Related topics

TennisNational Sports
Associated Press

    SPORTS NEWS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX

    From first downs to buzzer beaters, get KSL.com’s top sports stories delivered to your inbox weekly.
    By subscribing, you acknowledge and agree to KSL.com's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
    Newsletter Signup

    KSL Weather Forecast

    KSL Weather Forecast
    Play button