Alcaraz Parts Ways with Coach Ferrero After 7 Years

Carlos Alcaraz, the world No. 1 tennis player, announced on Wednesday that he is parting ways with his longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero after more than seven years of collaboration, a decision that marks the end of a partnership instrumental to six Grand Slam titles.

The 22-year-old Spaniard shared the news in a personal statement on social media, expressing gratitude for Ferrero's role in transforming his early aspirations into major achievements. Alcaraz and Ferrero began working together in 2019, when Alcaraz was a 16-year-old prodigy. Under Ferrero's guidance, Alcaraz quickly rose to prominence, becoming the youngest world No. 1 in ATP history in September 2022 and accumulating over 50 weeks at the top of the rankings.

Their tenure concluded on a high note following Alcaraz's standout 2025 season, in which he secured eight ATP titles, including victories at the French Open and US Open. These triumphs helped him edge out rival Jannik Sinner to claim the year-end No. 1 ranking for the first time. Ferrero, a former world No. 1 and 2003 French Open champion, shared coaching duties with Samuel Lopez during the year, with the duo recently recognized as ATP Coaches of the Year...