Novak Djokovic stood with his hands on his hips, listening intently to Andy Murray — his longtime on-court rival and now, stunningly, his coach at the Australian Open — between sets at Rod Laver Arena.

Andy Murray is working with Novak Djokovic as his coach as the Serbian aims for his 11th Australian Open title - and one former tennis player has had his say on their partnership

After dropping his opening set at the Australian Open to Nishesh Basavareddy, Noavk Djokovic eventually asserted himself for a victory to begin his bid for an 11th championship at Melbourne Park and a record 25th major title overall.

Former American tennis player Ryan Harrison aimed a dig at Andy Murray during Novak Djokovic ’s clash against Tomas Machac on Friday. Murray is currently working as part of Djokovic’s coaching team for the Australian Open after entering retirement following the Paris Olympics.

Novak Djokovic called out Tim Henman to his face during an interview at the Australian Open. The world No. 7 added Andy Murray to his coaching team during the off-season and the Brit has been spotted in his box throughout the tournament in Melbourne.

The Scot’s desire to succeed in his first coaching job may be his biggest contribution to the Serbian’s future.

Novak Djokovic’s new partnership with Andy Murray is off to a good start.

Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray have known each other for a quarter of a century. They played from the age of 12, meeting 36 times as professionals, including 10 Grand Slam matches.

A legend like Novak can never be underestimated in a Major tournament and his motivation has returned to be very high since Andy Murray has been in his box. The former Scottish champion gives him a lot of tranquility and gives him the right advice in the decisive moments of the various matches.

Andy Murray has been coaching Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open this month and has been left surprised by one aspect of the Serb's behavior away from the court.

The Australian Open is currently underway and World No.7 Novak Djokovic is not having a smooth campaign. He unexpectedly dropped a set in the first two matches against Nishesh Basavareddy and Jaime Faria.