Novak Djokovic ’s decision to hire Andy Murray has been branded an “act of war”. The former rivals shocked the tennis world over the weekend, announcing that the newly-retired Brit would coach the 24-time Grand Slam champion during the off-season and Australian Open.

Novak Djokovic is trying to find new stimuli in the last stage of his legendary career. The Serbian ace has just experienced one of the most delicate seasons of his career, in which he did not win a single title.

Former eight-time Grand Slam champion in doubles Nenad Zimonjic underlines that Novak Djokovic is "a smart guy" and therefore knows extremely well why he added Andy Murray to his coaching staff for the Australian Open.

Retired pro Alex Corretja believes Murray will create a “different” Djokovic but he’s already dropped hints about the world No. 7’s potential retirement.

Former two-time French Open finalist Alex Corretja admitted he was in "total shock" when the Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray collaboration news dropped but also backed the partnership to succeed.

Former tennis player Mats Wilander has said Novak Djokovic's surprise decision to bring Andy Murray into his box for the Australian Open is an "excellent move".

Novak Djokovic announced that Andy Murray will be his coach for the offseason and Australian Open in a post to social media on Saturday.

By Charlie Eccleshare, Callum Davis and Matthew Futterman Novak Djokovic has appointed his former rival and three-time Grand Slam champion Andy Murray as his new coach. Murray, 37, called time on his illustrious 19-year career after the Paris Olympics in August but is returning to tennis to help the 24-time Grand Slam winner’s preparations for the Australian Open,

Recently retired Andy Murray will team up with Novak Djokovic, working with him as a coach through the Australian Open in January.

"It’s time for one of my toughest opponents to step into my corner. Welcome on board, Coach — Andy Murray,” Djokovic said