Murray was not just talking tennis’s greatest of all time, because Djokovic’s ownership of that honour has long since been put to bed. He was backing Djokovic’s claim to be the pre-eminent performer across the whole of sport; nay, the whole of sporting history.

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.

The quarterfinals match between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz at the Australian Open on Tuesday was one for the books. Djokovic ended up coming back from one set down to beat the young star 4-6, 6-4,

Novak Djokovic and his new coach, Andy Murray, are taking advantage of a new setup at the Australian Open that gives players' entourages a chance to sit right next to the court in special four-seat pods.

Novak Djokovic says hugging coach Andy Murray after beating Carlos Alcaraz in the Australian Open last eight was a "gesture of appreciation".

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.

As Novak Djokovic produced a performance up there with the best of his wins over former rivals Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, he turned to Sir Andy Murray in celebration.