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.

From Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic’s double act to breakout stars and Jannik Sinner’s future, here’s a look at what to expect from a big year ahead in tennis

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.

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 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.

Andy Murray has sent a message to his new boss Novak Djokovic from his skiing holiday to reassure him after the tennis star addressed his injury concerns. The Scot, who retired from tennis in August, has taken up a surprise role with Djokovic's coaching team ahead of the Australian Open.

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.

Andy Murray responded to Novak Djokovic's comments at the Brisbane International shortly after enjoying a family ski holiday. The 3-time Grand Slam champion is spending a few days skiing with his family before heading to Melbourne for the Australian Open.

Serbian tennis star Novak Djokovic reveals the reason behind new coach Andy Murray's absence from his first tournament of the season.According to The West, the 24-time Grand Slam winner begins the new season with straight-sets wins on Tuesday,

Novak Djokovic talks about having former rival Andy Murray as his new coach.