Andy Murray has been announced as the first client of a new partnership between his management company and Indian doubles star Mahesh Bhupathi’s GloboSport.
The venture, called XIX GloboSport, will help Murray develop his off-court interests, particularly in Asia and the Middle East.
Murray has been with Simon Fuller’s XIX Entertainment since 2007 but there had been speculation he may switch to a rival to help him further his business interests.
Murray said: “I believe a mix of Simon’s experience and Mahesh’s understanding of the sport will create the perfect team for my off-court interests and will allow me to continue to dedicate myself and focus on my goals on the court.”
Bhupathi launched GloboSport, a media and entertainment company, in 2002 and this week was revealed as the brainchild behind plans for an International Tennis Premier League, based on cricket’s Indian Premier League and played during tennis’ short off-season in November and December.
It is reported the leading players have already been approached and Thursday’s news appears to significantly increase the possibility of Murray being involved.