Andy Roddick has split from his coach Jimmy Connors by mutual agreement.

"Jimmy resigned, probably about a week ago," Roddick told reporters on Thursday after reaching the semi-final of the Dubai Championships.

"I still have the utmost respect for Jimmy and thank him for his time. I think it was tough for him to do it part-time and maybe not getting exactly the results we wanted, but at the same time he was retired before we got together.

"We're amicable, we're friends. I have so much respect for him as a person. I'm sad, but I'm thankful for what he was able to give to me and the fact that he was able to take some time out of his retirement and spend it with me."

The American former world number one has no plans to replace Connors at present.

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