Murray played with American great Serena Williams in the 2019 mixed doubles at Wimbledon, describing it as a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity.

Playing alongside 2021 US Open champion Raducanu is set to be another special occasion in the final weeks of his illustrious career.

“I chatted a bit with my team about [mixed doubles] and they said ‘what exactly are you trying to get out of it?'” Murray said.

“Firstly, we want to be competitive in the matches – and playing with another Brit was going to be something that would be nice.”

He added Raducanu is “obviously one of the top British players” and was “top of the list” as a doubles partner.

Speaking after she won in the singles on Wednesday, Raducanu said teaming up with Murray will fulfil a childhood dream.

“My doubles record isn’t exactly the longest or the most vast but I couldn’t say no,” the 2021 US Open champion said.

“It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It’s been a dream of mine since I was a young girl.

“Andy’s a hero to us all. It’s a real gift and a real honour that he asked me.”

The mixed doubles is set to start on Friday, with first-round matches also being played on Saturday.

The British pair have been drawn against China’s Zhang Shuai and El Salvador’s Marcelo Arevalo.

Murray’s opening men’s doubles match with Jamie is third match on Centre Court on Thursday.