Andy Murray hits the ski slopes on family holiday ahead of Australian Open
Andy Murray was spotted enjoying his New Year skiing instead of coaching his new charge Novak Djokovic in Australia. The pair shocked the tennis world when they announced their blockbuster link-up in November, with Murray confirming he would be overseeing the legendary Serb’s progress. The agreement was initially announced as a short term one for pre-season training, before Murray would also be part of Djokovic’s set-up for the first Grand Slam of 2025 at the Australian Open.
Djokovic beat Murray in four Australian Open finals, a competition he has won 10 times on his way to 24 Grand Slam titles. Djokovic is already Down Under and warming up for the tournament at the Brisbane International, with the 37-year-old cruising into the last 16 on New Year’s Eve courtesy of a straight sets win over Australian star Rinky Hijikata.
However, when asked how his collaboration with Murray was going following the victory, Djokovic revealed that the Brit was not currently with him, although the Serb did admit he was still receiving advice from his long-time friend.
‘He’s actually skiing at the minute,’ Djokovic said. ‘He has a family ski trip so I’m sending my love to all the Murray family. ‘I hope he doesn’t get injured skiing before he comes to Melbourne… that wouldn’t be great. ‘We spoke before the match, we’re communicating daily. I’m excited to have him in my team, my corner. ‘For 20-plus years he’s been across the net, but for the first time ever he’s on the same side of the court as me so it should be fun in Melbourne.’
Murray saw Djokovic’s comments on social media and hilariously responded with a video of himself skiing. He added the caption: ‘I’m taking on some huge slopes as you can see but no injuries just yet.’ Mail Sport had reported in December how Murray, who won the title in Brisbane in 2012 and 2013, was not expected to accompany Djokovic for tournament.
He is expected however to be in his corner for the Australian Open which gets underway on Sunday, January 12.
I’m taking on some huge slopes as you can see but no injuries just yet https://t.co/fqdBbMzNZJ pic.twitter.com/4E5QUYUOQc
— Andy Murray (@andy_murray) December 31, 2024
Words of wisdom from @DjokerNole to coach @andy_murray ⛷️@BrisbaneTennis | #BrisbaneTennis pic.twitter.com/V2Mxkqfj3w
— ATP Tour (@atptour) December 31, 2024
