"He is untouchable here" - Andy Murray speaks on playing Djokovic at the Australian Open

Great Britain's Andy Murray believes it is almost impossible to defeat Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open, stating that the World No.1 is "untouchable" at Melbourne Park.

Murray is a five-time Australian Open runner-up, with four of those losses coming to Djokovic. The Serbian is a record nine-time champion in Australia, and is scheduled to defend his title at next year's event.

"When it comes to Djokovic, the first thing that comes to mind is Australia. He is untouchable there," Murray admitted in an interview with Sport Klub. "It is almost an impossible mission to beat him.

"The number of titles he has there is crazy. Besides, it is difficult to play against Novak on any surface, as he conforms very well on all surfaces. He is very complete."

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Murray won his maiden Grand Slam at the 2013 Wimbledon Championships, where he defeated Djokovic in the final. The Brit believes he has his best chance of toppling Djokovic on grass, rather than hard courts or clay.

"I beat Nole twice on grass, so I think I have a better chance on that surface," added Murray. "On the other hand, against Federer, I lost several important matches in grass so I can say it's a bit more difficult against him than against Novak at Wimbledon."