Andy Murray lands new role in tennis 11 months after Novak Djokovic split

Andy Murray's return to tennis has been confirmed following a brief stint coaching Novak Djokovic last year.

After an incredible career that saw him become one of the biggest names in British sport, tennis legend Murray confirmed his retirement following the Paris Olympic Games in August 2024.

Murray left the sport as a three-time Grand Slam champion and a two-time Olympic gold medalist, securing his place as one of the sport's greatest in recent history.

It therefore came as no surprise that not long after his retirement, Murray was asked to return to the court to work with former rival Djokovic as a part of his coaching team.

However, just six months later the pair announced the decision to split by mutual agreement, raising questions about what could be next for Murray.

On several occasions it was believed that Murray could take up a new coaching role with Emma Radacanu, but it's now been confirmed he will be working with another top British talent, Jack Draper.

After confirming that he had split with former coach Jamie Delgado, Draper announced that he would now be working with Murray for the grass-court season, including Wimbledon, which begins in late June.

"I am very grateful for everything Jamie Delgado has done for me over these past six months. He is a world-class coach and a great man," Draper said.

"In the interim, I will continue to be supported by the excellent team at the LTA, with the addition of Andy Murray, who will be supporting me throughout the grass-court season."

Delgado joined Draper's team as head coach back in October having previously worked with Murray when he became world number one.

However, the pair only had the chance to work together at four tournaments as Draper has dealt with various injury problems throughout the season.

Although it is not known exactly when Draper and Murray will have their first outing together, it is believed that the 24-year-old plans to return for the entirety of the grass court season following the French Open at Roland Garros.

A return for the Stuttgart Open, when he won his first ATP Title two years ago, could be possible, but a return a week later for Queen's in London remains Draper's most likely return date.