"Ideally in the latter stages of big tournaments": Andy Murray wants chance to face Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal again ahead of 2024 season
ATP
Andy Murray
has acknowledged his eagerness to compete against Novak Djokovic and Rafael
Nadal once again during the 2024 season, expressing his intention to make it
happen in the later rounds of tournaments. The former world No. 1 will be
participating in the ATP 250 Brisbane International Open, taking place from
December 31, 2023, to January 7, 2024.
The British
player shares the draw with Nadal, who is making his official return to the ATP
Tour in Brisbane with a wild card. In the draw, both Murray and Nadal have been
placed in the lower half, with the possibility of facing each other only in a
hypothetical semifinal.
With
Nadal's comeback to the courts, likely in what could be his last season as a
professional, Murray expressed his desire to compete against two of his
greatest career rivals. "I would like the opportunity to play against
(Djokovic and Nadal) again, ideally in the latter stages of big tournaments.
That’s something that, you know, obviously I’ve missed that feeling and not had
that opportunity really."
Rivalry with Nadal and Djokovic
Indeed,
'Rafa' and 'Nole' are two of the players Andy Murray has faced the most.
Against the Serbian, he has played more matches than against any other player,
with 36 encounters between 2006 and 2017 and a record of 11 wins to 25 losses
(31%). In contrast, facing Nadal, there were 24 duels between 2007 and 2016,
with a record of 7 wins to 17 losses (29%).
“Well, I can’t
remember the last time I played them to be honest. So yeah, it’s been a really
long time. If I get the opportunity to practice with the, I still really,
really enjoy that, it does bring back some good memories,” 3-times Grand Slam
champion added. “Ideally I would want to be doing that in the tournaments, you
know, and not in the first rounds, I’d like to be doing in the latter stages if
I can,” he concluded.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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