Andy Murray showcased his witty side during a meeting with soccer legend Lionel Messi at the Miami Open. Murray, currently coaching Novak Djokovic in Florida, observed Djokovic’s upcoming final against Jakub Mensik on Sunday.
Both Djokovic and Mensik had the chance to interact with Messi before their semi-final matches on Friday at the Hard Rock Stadium. Despite Djokovic’s on-court performance, Messi stole the spotlight, attracting fans eager for selfies.
The presence of Messi, a global icon, inspired Djokovic and Mensik during their games. Although retired, Murray seized the opportunity to capture a photo with the football legend, later sharing it on Instagram with a humorous caption.
Messi, now based in Miami after joining Inter Miami from Paris Saint-Germain in 2023, serves as the captain and star player of the Major League Soccer team. Despite missing international duty due to a minor injury, Messi made a significant impact for his club by scoring the winning goal in a recent match.
Both Murray and Djokovic expressed delight in meeting Messi, with Djokovic emphasizing the honor of playing in front of the football star. Mensik even humorously credited his victory to not washing his hand after shaking Messi’s hand before his match.
In other news, Sky has announced a discounted Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle for the upcoming 2025/26 season, offering over 1,400 live matches, including a significant increase in Premier League games.