Novak Djokovic pays tribute to Andy Murray on social media
In a post shared through his official Instagram account, paid a great tribute to who announced his retirement from tennis. Djokovic wrote: Tarbes, France 2001, Les Petite As
The first time we met and played. Something was telling me back then that wed have an amazing rivalry and experience of playing each other on the biggest stage for many years to come. What you are trying to do is nothing short of brave and inspiring.
I met with you the other day and couldnt really verbalize my compassion for what youre going through. As an athlete, fellow tennis player and friend, I respect and fully support you every second of this Australian Open and every next attempt to compete at the highest level.
Whatever happens, I will always cherish our amazing matches over the years and be grateful for those experiences. Big hug Andy, stay strong. On Murray, the former world No. 1 doubles player said: The saddest part about a sportspersons end is you want to end on your own terms.
You dont want the media pushing you out saying youre done and you also dont want your body to not allow you to finish when its your choice to finish. Its an unfortunate way to go out but when he looks back I think its been a phenomenal career.
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