These are the words of Justine Henin, who analyzed the news and dared to make an assessment: “We are unaware of Djokovic’s personal problems, if he has any…”
It was such an impressive combination that could have two completely opposite outcomes: a triumphant victory or the infirmary. In other words, total success or a forgettable chapter. That’s what happens when two legends like Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray come together, there’s no middle ground. The expectations in 2025 with this team varied depending on who you asked, but reality has shown us that their good relationship hasn’t been enough. Not for achieving results, nor for extending their professional bond. Some were left speechless upon hearing the news, but others had sensed it from the very beginning.
“I’m not surprised at all by this decision, although we can talk about when it occurred,” confessed Justine Henin exclusively to TNT Sports. “Maybe we thought they would go together to Wimbledon, at least that’s what they said after the Australian Open, that they would decide if they would continue collaborating after that moment. But what did they really expect? The truth is Djokovic knew that Andy would be useful, but what he truly believed was to bring something fresh, a new power. In Andy, he sought that motivation in exchange for his own. Reflecting on this topic, on that motivation, perhaps now it’s understood why he made this decision,” added the Belgian.
The fact is that looking at the numbers, what happened solely on the court, it’s difficult to find a lifeline to hold onto and continue this adventure. Apart from the Brisbane tournament where Murray did not participate, the results table shows the following: semifinals at the Australian Open, first round in Doha, first round in Indian Wells, final in Miami, first round in Monte Carlo, and first round in Madrid. Out of six tournaments together, they left empty-handed in four, without victories. In the other two, they did make an impact, but in both, they saw how their physical condition didn’t support them when it mattered. Could Andy really have done more?
GENEVA AND ROLAND GARROS
Having yet to secure a single victory in this clay court tour, Djokovic has decided to add the ATP 250 Geneva stop to his calendar, so as not to go empty-handed to Roland Garros. Training on clay for days to gain that extra confidence, the Serbian is a enigma when it comes to his support team, as he has not yet mentioned whether there will be any additions for the two upcoming events. Will he take the risk by adding someone last minute? Will he wait for the grass court season? Is there anyone in this world who can bring even 1% of virtue to the greatest of all time? Henin also has no answer.
“It’s impossible to answer this if Djokovic will continue without a specific coach or seek someone,” states the former World No.1. “We are not in his head, we don’t know anything, so this will be a period of huge uncertainty. Everything will come from him, his resources, and his desire to stay at this top level. We also do not know his personal issues, if he has any. There are many unknowns surrounding his figure, the only thing we know is that he will be in Geneva before Roland Garros, but it’s almost impossible to predict what will happen there. We are all waiting, we all want to see him, but what does he need? Surely he is looking for the same,” concludes the Belgian.
