Novak Djokovic has parted ways with his coach Marian Vajda, fitness trainer Gebhard Phil Gritsch and physio Miljan Amanovic.

The world No 2 took the decision after a quarter-final exit at the Monte-Carlo Masters. Next week, he will look to retain his title at the Mutua Madrid Open.

‘I am forever grateful to Marian, GG and Miljan for a decade of friendship, professionalism and commitment to my career goals,’ said Djokovic, in a statement on his official website. ‘Without their support I couldn’t have achieved these professional heights.

‘I know [that] they completely dedicated themselves and their lives to help me achieve my dreams and they were always my driving force. It was not an easy decision, but we all felt that we need a change. I am very grateful and proud of our relationship and unbreakable bond that we built through years of mutual love, respect and understanding. They are my family and that will never change.’

Vajda, who had coached Djokovic since June 2006, said, ‘Time spent with Novak feels like a whole lifetime. We were part of many of his incredible achievements, we were living and breathing for his dreams. I gave everything I could as a coach and I am very proud of our results. We arrived to the point where we all realised we need new energy in the team. Novak can do so much more and I am sure he will.’