Andy Roddick made a huge revelation about the Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray partnership as the 2003 US Open champion shares he was told that the newly retired Briton rejected multiple offers from "top male and female" players before accepting the Serb's invitation to work with him.

BBC tennis correspondent Russell Fuller assesses what Novak Djokovic's shock appointment of Andy Murray as coach could mean for both men.

Andy Murray has been announced as 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic's new coach, but one of his adversaries isn't convinced.

He also reflected on the new partnership between Djokovic and Murray: “He can contribute on the emotional side, on the mental side and, above all, bring him a lot in the game. Although Andy has no coaching experience, he has complete knowledge of Novak, he has known him for more than 20 years and that is a big advantage.”

Djokovic split with his coach after six years earlier this summer, and he's counting on Andy Murray to help him prepare for the Australian Open.

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

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

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.