Today marks a historic day in the tennis world. Novak Djokovic played against Casper Ruud today in the men’s finals at the French Open 2023. Every tennis fan around the world was hooked, waiting for the match to start. The fans also took over the internet to root for their favorite player out of the two. Not just tennis fans, but other players were also posting their views. One such statement that came into the limelight was made by the Serb’s longtime rival, Andy Murray.

He recently commented in an interview that he would support Novak Djokovic in today’s match. And the internet is in awe.

Andy Murray decides to cheer for Novak Djokovic for men’s finals

Andy Murray, the former world number one and three-time Grand Slam champion, has made an unexpected announcement ahead of the French Open 2023 final. Murray has revealed that he will be rooting for his long-term rival, Novak Djokovic, as he took on Casper Ruud for the title.

Murray and Djokovic have had a storied rivalry over the years, with the two players facing off in numerous high-profile matches. While they have had their fair share of intense battles on the court, Murray has always had a great deal of respect for Djokovic’s skill and dedication to the sport.

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In a recent interview, Murray explained his decision to support Djokovic in the final, saying that he believes the Serbian player deserves to win the title. He commented, “It would be amazing to see him do it on Sunday. I will be supporting him. And I hope he can do it. Because it is incredible what he has done”.

Murray’s comments have surprised many tennis fans, given his own history of success on the clay courts of Roland Garros. Murray has never won the French Open, but he has reached the final on one occasion, losing to Djokovic in 2016.

Despite showing his support for the Djoker, Murray has his own preparations going on for the grass court season.

Andy Murray’s grass court preparation has had a flying start

After beating Jordan Thompson in the semi-finals for the Surbiton Trophy, Andy Murray proceeded to the finals. He played against Jurij Rodionov today at centre court and won in straight sets (6-3 6-2). The second seed Murray lifted his second challenger title of the year. Last month, he triumphed in the ATP Challenger tournament, Challenger Bordeaux, in France. He did so after defeating Tommy Paul in the final.

After securing his latest title, he was crowned as the oldest grasscourt winner in challenger history since 1978.

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