Melbourne, Jan. 21 : Britain's number one tennis player Andy Murray goes into Saturday morning''s match against Frenchman Michael Llodra knowing that his on court or off court tantrums will not work with new coach Ivan Lendl.

Murray is attempting to reach the last 16 of the Australian Open, and will know that 51-year-old Lendl will be an intimidating presence and a force for good.

Former Grand Slam champion Chris Evert recalls that in her playing days, Lendl was a name to be feared and respected.

The Daily Mail quoted her, as saying: "I was always afraid of Ivan Lendl, a lot of players were afraid of him, he is pretty intimidating," said the American great, who is here commentating for ESPN.

She added: "I think it will be good for Andy. He''s a bit on the meek side and this will give him a bit of backing."

Evert also thinks Lendl will not stand for any choice language directed by Murray at his watching support team if he gets frustrated, saying: "That''s not going to happen with Lendl. He will get up and walk out, he won''t put up with it."

Brad Gilbert, a former coach of Murray, said: ''Lendl will be looking to make him more offensive from the centre of the court and will work on his second serve. I''ve liked what I have seen so far. He is hitting his forehand more side-on and turning his shoulders and ripping through it. He is hitting it flatter. I reckon Lendl has told him that is the shot that can take him to the next level." (ANI)