Novak Djokovic looks in good form to have a decent shot at the Indian Wells Masters with former nemesis of yesteryear Andy Murray on the payroll The 24-time Grand Slam champion, the No. 6 seed, is eager to reset his disappointing 2025 with another semifinal not making the cut at the Australian Open, rounded out by an early exit in Qatar.
“I most certainly aspire to get deep in the tournament,” Djokovic said. “I’ve put the right things in place, and I’ve been playing good tennis.
The Serbian star has captured five Indian Wells titles, tied with Roger Federer for the most in event history. But his last victory was in 2016, and he now contends with fierce opposition from Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev.
Djokovic and Murray, who shocked the tennis world with a partnership in November, will stay together until at least the end of the clay court season. Serbia called Murray a “tough player” for “having a great tournament here at the Australian Open, even if he has been unlucky in terms of injuries.”
“Andy is still finding time for his role, but he’s been a fantastic addition,” Djokovic said. “Indian Wells and Miami are tournaments that motivate me, and I’m looking forward to working with him.”
Djokovic starts his quest to reassert himself in the California desert.
