I was as excited as everyone else to hear the news that Andy Murray will be coaching Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open. It makes sense for Andy – three weeks in the Aussie summer when the weather back home is rubbish for golf!
As for Novak, he’s not stupid, he hasn’t just picked him because it’s going to make the headlines – Andy is going to be a great coach.
He’s pretty obsessive about everything he does – including his golf – and this will be no exception. He loves the stats as well and obviously has an incredible work ethic.
Talking to Andy about the game is totally different to anyone else: his level of tactical insight and his attitude. I remember before one Davis Cup match a few of us were talking about the tie and we said, ‘Yeah Andy will beat this guy’. Andy got wind of it and wasn’t happy. He said, ‘No, this guy is dangerous and this is how he can beat me,’ and then he breaks down the guy’s game.
