Andy Murray’s Tennis Obsession Nearly ‘Caused Trouble at Home,’ Claims Nick Kyrgios

Former Wimbledon champion Andy Murray may be happily married, but according to Nick Kyrgios, he’s lucky his passion for tennis hasn’t caused trouble at home. Following his retirement after the 2024 Paris Olympics, Murray surprised many by quickly returning to the sport—this time as a coach for Novak Djokovic on a short-term basis.

The two legends, both members of the famed ‘Big Four’, will work together through to the conclusion of the Australian Open, a tournament where they previously met in the final on four occasions, reported by the Express.

Murray’s extended playing career defied expectations, with the three-time Grand Slam champion undergoing hip surgeries in both 2018 and 2019, including having a metal rod inserted during the latter operation. Despite the physical toll, Murray remained in the game until his emotional retirement earlier this year.

Nick Kyrgios, who has also been battling injury woes, shared his thoughts on Murray during an appearance on the Nothing Major podcast. Kyrgios admitted he didn’t want his career to mirror Murray’s struggle with injuries, saying:

“I didn’t wanna just have an injury, and I don’t want to be someone like Andy Murray, that’s for sure, like hobbling to the finish line, no. And now he’s coaching Novak, I’m like, man, this guy actually can’t stay away from tennis. He just can’t. I was like, this guy’s gonna go stay with his family, enjoy his life. But he’s like, ‘I’m coaching Novak,’ I’m like, ‘Oh my god’. I’d break up with him for sure.”

Murray, married to Kim Sears since 2015 and a father of four, has often spoken about relishing family time and improving his golf game post-retirement. However, his decision to coach Djokovic underscores his enduring passion for tennis.

Kyrgios, now 29, is aiming for a 2025 comeback but emphasized the importance of retiring on his own terms: “I think it’s just going out on my own terms. Like, you know, if I don’t win a match, I don’t really care. It’s more so just coming back from an injury like this and just going out there again.”

Djokovic, who is chasing his record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, explained his decision to hire Murray, highlighting his rival’s deep understanding of his game. “He knows my game and everything that I have been through very well,” Djokovic said. “He knows the things that are wrong with my game, all of my mistakes.”

As Murray transitions from player to coach, his continued presence in tennis proves he can’t stay away from the sport he loves, even if it leaves Nick Kyrgios joking about its impact on his family life.