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Andy Murray issues career update after Novak Djokovic split and makes 'diabolical' admission
Andy Murray issues career update after Novak Djokovic split and makes 'diabolical' admission
The three-time Grand Slam winner has revealed what's next for him in retirement
Murray says he is open to taking on another coaching role
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Sir Andy Murray has revealed that he is open to taking on another coaching role after parting ways with Novak Djokovic, but is not planning on making an immediate return to the world of professional tennis.
The three-time Grand Slam winner joined forces with Djokovic in a stunning move in November and was by the Serbian star's side as he reached the Australian Open semi-finals earlier this year. However, last month it was confirmed that the two had decided to go their separate ways after just six months and four tournaments working together.
Appearing at the Queen's Club Championship on the day that the centre court at the club was officially inaugurated as the Andy Murray Arena, the 38-year-old was quizzed on his split from Djokovic and whether he was open to pursuing new coaching roles, having been linked with British stars Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper.
In an interview with BBC Sport, Murray said: "I would do it again at some stage. I don't think that will happen immediately.
"I was not planning on going into coaching as soon as I finished playing but it was a pretty unique opportunity. It was a chance to learn from one of the best athletes of all time.
"You also learn a lot about how to work with a team. As an individual athlete, you have a team of people around you, but you're the focal point whereas when you're coaching an individual, you're working with a physio, physical trainers, agents.
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"You need to know how to get your message across to the player and find out what makes them tick.
"That was the thing I learned and something I need to work on if I want to do it again in the future," he added, as he reflected on his stint as Djokovic's coach.
"It was a brilliant opportunity for me. We got to spend some really nice moments away from the court. Results weren't as we wanted but we gave it a go. We'll see about coaching in the future but I don't think that will happen for a while."
During his appearance at Queen's, Murray took to the court alongside former British number one Lauara Robson and two children for a ceremonial two-round rally, but admitted to the crowd that his tennis skills had already become a bit rusty in retriement.
'My tennis is diabolical nowadays," he joked. "So, apologies for what you're about to witness but I'll give it a go."
Reflecting on his new life away from tennis, Murray later added: "I've obviously missed being out here.
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"It's the first time, obviously, not being involved in a grass court season for a while, but I've got a new life now and I'm enjoying being away from the sport a little bit."
It comes after the tennis legend revealed he has taken up a new role as a venture capitalist, becoming an an associate partner at Redrice Ventures in London.
In his new job, Murray will head up a group of athlete advisors - the Redrice Sports Collective - to help find investment opportunities, particularly in the sports business.
