Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero have decided to part ways after a successful seven-year partnership. Ferrero began coaching Alcaraz when the young Spanish talent was just 15 years old, guiding him to multiple achievements, including six Grand Slam titles, a world No. 1 ranking, and an Olympic silver medal. The split was announced shortly after Ferrero and Samuel Lopez received the 2025 ATP Coach of the Year Award for their work with Alcaraz, marking Ferrero’s second time winning the accolade since its inception in 2016.
Alcaraz took to social media to express his gratitude for the years spent with Ferrero, acknowledging the growth and success they shared both on and off the court. He reflected on their journey to the top and expressed optimism for the future, emphasizing the valuable experiences and memories they created together. Ferrero reciprocated the sentiment in a heartfelt Instagram post, reminiscing about their time together and thanking Alcaraz for the shared moments, growth, and challenges.
While Alcaraz continues to receive coaching from Samuel Lopez at Ferrero’s academy in Alicante, the reason behind Ferrero’s departure from the coaching setup remains undisclosed. Both parties have chosen not to elaborate on the circumstances surrounding the split.