Eurosport tennis expert Alex Corretja has backed Andy Murray to succeed as Novak Djokovic’s new trainer. Djokovic recently made the surprise announcement that Murray, who only retired this year, would be teaming up with him as trainer. The 37-year-old has fallen down the world rankings of late, and is currently world No. 8 in men’s tennis.

Murray spoke exclusively to Metro at Wimbledon 2024 – and while he was tight-lipped on his plans for coaching – he did express excitement over two British players. Quizzed if any British youngsters had caught his eye, Murray said: ‘There are a few, new British players coming through.

"He never liked retirement anyway," wrote tennis player Novak Djokovic in a social media post announcing that former pro and frequent opponent Andy Murray will be his coach going into the New Year. Murray who retired from professional tennis in August by writing,