Novak Djokovic confirms indefinite coaching partnership with Andy Murray
What's the story
24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic has confirmed that his coaching partnership with three-time major winner Andy Murray will continue indefinitely.
The pair first teamed up on a trial basis at the Australian Open in January.
Although a leg injury forced Djokovic to retire from the semi-finals, he had expressed his intention to maintain this collaboration during his return at the Qatar Open.
Coaching collaboration
Djokovic and Murray's future plans
Djokovic, 37, revealed his plans on ATP Tour's in-house media channel.
He said that although there is no fixed timeline for their partnership, they intend to work together mainly in the United States and during a few clay-court tournaments.
The news comes after Murray's surprise move into coaching with Djokovic's team in November last year, after retiring from professional tennis in August.
Coaching insights
Djokovic praises Murray's unique perspective
Djokovic praised Murray's unique insights into his game, given his experience of playing against him and other top players.
"It was exciting for the whole tennis world and also for us to be in different roles together on the same side of the net," Djokovic told the ATP Tour's in-house media channel.
He added Murray has a distinctive perspective on his game as he has competed against all current best players in the world.
Upcoming challenges
Djokovic's quest for record-breaking 25th major victory
Djokovic is now eyeing a record 25th major win, which would take him past Australia's Margaret Court in all-time wins.
His next challenge will be at the French Open, starting May 25.
But before that, he will face Italy's Matteo Berrettini, a former Wimbledon runner-up, in the first round of the Qatar Open.