New photo Novak Djokovic pens emotional tribute to retiring Andy Murray

NOVAK Djokovic has praised “brave and inspiring” Andy Murray and told the retiring Scot to remain “strong” as he approaches retirement.

The world no.1 was born a week after Murray in May 1987 and the pair have become fierce but respectful rivals.

Novak Djokovic is sad that his rival Andy Murray is calling it a day

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The pair have contested seven Grand Slam finals – Djokovic has won five while Murray prevailed at the 2012 US Open final and 2013 Wimbledon.

The Serb posted an image of him and Murray engaged in conversation on court with an emotional message on Instagram following the news that the British sporting icon will call it a day at some stage over the next six months.

The 31-year-old recalled their first meeting in 2001 at the premier junior tennis tournament Les Petite As in Tarbes, France.

Djokovic wrote: “What you are trying to do is nothing short of brave and inspiring.

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Tarbes, France 2001, “Les Petite As” First time we met and played. Something was telling me back then that we’d 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 couldn’t really verbalize my compassion for what you’re 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. @andymurray

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“I met with you the other day and couldn’t really verbalise my compassion for what you’re 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.”

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