In a report, Novak Djokovic recently had a lighthearted exchange with Tim Henman during an interview at the Australian Open, revisiting Henman’s earlier comments about Djokovic’s partnership with Andy Murray. The tennis superstar, known for his sharp wit and sense of humor, didn’t miss the chance to address the remarks directly.
Djokovic, who added Andy Murray to his coaching team during the off-season, has been working closely with his former rival throughout the Melbourne tournament. The partnership initially caught the attention of fans and commentators alike, including Henman, who joked about wanting to see “shouting and screaming” between the two during matches.
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When Djokovic appeared on Eurosport after his second-round win, the 24-time Grand Slam champion humorously interrupted the presenters to bring up Henman’s earlier statement. “Look, I saw what Tim posted a few weeks ago. He was really looking forward to me screaming at Andy during the matches,” Djokovic laughed. “It might happen, but I hope it doesn’t because then he’s going to scream at me—and who knows what.”
Despite Henman’s playful prediction, there has been no shouting or drama between Djokovic and Murray during the tournament. Instead, Djokovic has expressed satisfaction with their new dynamic. Reflecting on their decades-long rivalry turned collaboration, the Serb shared his perspective on working alongside Murray.
“It’s still quite an early phase. It’s a bit strange to have him in a good way in my corner, on the same side of the net, so to say,” Djokovic said. “We spent 25 years competing against each other, hiding a lot of information, a lot of vulnerabilities, weaknesses. But now all of the cards are on the table.”
The 36-year-old also highlighted how Murray’s attention to detail has been a valuable addition to his team. Following Djokovic’s opening match against Nishesh Basavareddy, Murray reportedly watched the full three-hour replay the next morning, analyzing every aspect of the game to provide insights.
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Although their partnership is still in its infancy, Djokovic is optimistic about the benefits of having Murray in his coaching team. The camaraderie between the two, combined with their mutual respect and extensive experience, could offer Djokovic a fresh perspective as he continues his pursuit of tennis history.
As for Henman, it’s safe to say he’ll be watching closely—perhaps still hoping for a fiery courtside moment to prove his earlier prediction right.
