ALCARAZ DROPS COACH BOMBSHELL
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has stunned the tennis world by parting ways with his long-time coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero.
Together, the two shared a hugely successful seven-year partnership that saw Alcaraz rise from teenage prospect to one of the sport’s biggest stars. The world number one broke the news on social media, thanking Ferrero, affectionately known as “Juanki”, for helping turn his childhood dreams into reality, but confirming their professional paths are now going in different directions.
The Spanish duo’s split comes just as Alcaraz sealed another stellar season, finishing as Year-End No. 1 and claiming eight titles, including Grand Slam wins at Roland Garros and the US Open.
Under Ferrero’s guidance, Alcaraz also secured six career majors and 24 tour-level trophies, establishing one of the most dominant runs in modern men’s tennis.
Ferrero, himself a former world No. 1 and 2003 French Open champion, released a heartfelt statement saying goodbye isn’t easy and reflecting on the “unforgettable moments” they shared. He wished Alcaraz the best, even as he admitted he’d hoped their collaboration could have continued.
The split wasn’t abrupt; behind the scenes, contract negotiations and differing visions reportedly strained the relationship, according to sources close to the situation.
There are indications Ferrero wanted to keep working, while Alcaraz and his inner circle felt a fresh direction was needed, signalling both professional and personal differences had grown over time.
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