After winning just one tournament in 2024 — a Paris Olympics gold medal — former No. 1 Novak Djokovic says he, and with new coach Andy Murray’s input, has a plan to take on the game’s newcomers.

The 24-time Grand Slam champion – who will face French veteran Gael Monfils in the next round – is not followed by his new coach Andy Murray in this tournament. As Novak himself explained in the press conference, the former Scottish champion had already planned a trip with his family at this time and will join him directly in Melbourne next week.

Novak Djokovic has credited rival-turned-coach Andy Murray with bringing a “fresh look” to his game ahead of the start of the 2025 season.

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The Serbian champion talked about how he is awaiting the arrival of the Scot, who will be at his side starting from the Australian Open

Novak Djokovic has poked fun at his tennis coach and friend Andy Murray over a family skiing trip, teasing the British legend over his injury record. Big Four tennis icons Djokovic and Murray were once fierce rivals but are now very close, with the latter recently joining the Serbian’s coaching team.

Novak Djokovic's new head coach Andy Murray missed the Serbian's season opener on Tuesday due to a family skiing trip but is offering advice from the slopes ahead of the Australian Open with his employer hoping the Scot does not get injured.

Novak Djokovic reveals Andy Murray took his family on a ski trip and funnily expressed hope that his new coach stays healthy ahead of the Australian Open. On Tuesday, the world No. 7 played his first singles match of the year after beating Rinky Hijikata 6-3 6-3.

Novak Djokovic prepares for the Australian Open with coach Andy Murray, eyeing his 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic, ranked seventh, analyzes videos of top rivals to enhance his game and stay competitive against younger players.