Carlos Alcaraz Ends 7-Year Coaching Run With Juan Ferrero/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Carlos Alcaraz has ended his seven-year partnership with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, the mentor who helped him rise to world No. 1 and win six Grand Slam titles. The duo split after an award-winning season in which Alcaraz captured eight titles. Ferrero expressed sadness over the decision, while Alcaraz shared heartfelt thanks.
Carlos Alcaraz Coaching Split Quick Looks
- Alcaraz ends partnership with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero after 7 years.
- Duo won six Grand Slam titles and 24 tour-level championships together.
- Ferrero coached Alcaraz since he was 15 years old.
- Alcaraz reached world No. 1 at age 19 under Ferrero.
- Partnership ends after season with 71 match wins and eight titles.
- Ferrero and Samuel Lopez recently named ATP Coaches of the Year.
- Alcaraz did not announce a replacement for Ferrero.
- Emotional statements shared by both on social media.
- Ferrero says “saying goodbye is never easy.”
- Alcaraz: “You turned childhood dreams into reality.”
Deep Look
Carlos Alcaraz Ends Coaching Relationship With Juan Carlos Ferrero After Seven-Year Run
World No. 1 Carlos Alcaraz has officially parted ways with his longtime coach, Juan Carlos Ferrero, bringing an end to one of the most successful player-coach relationships in modern tennis. The 22-year-old Spanish star announced the decision Wednesday via social media, capping a partnership that began when he was just 15 and flourished into global stardom.
“After more than seven years together, Juanki and I have decided to bring our chapter together as coach and player to an end,” Alcaraz wrote. “Thank you for turning childhood dreams into reality.”
Ferrero, a former world No. 1 and 2003 French Open champion, began mentoring Alcaraz in his early teens and quickly molded the prodigy into a formidable force on the ATP Tour. Under Ferrero’s guidance, Alcaraz won six Grand Slam titles—two each at Roland-Garros, Wimbledon, and the U.S. Open—and became the youngest ATP world No. 1 in history after his U.S. Open triumph in 2022 at just 19 years old.
Career Built on Trust and Shared Growth
Over seven years, the pair built a deep bond both on and off the court. Alcaraz’s message made clear how personal and formative the journey with Ferrero had been:
“We started this journey when I was barely a kid, and throughout all this time you’ve accompanied me on an incredible journey. I’ve enjoyed every single step with you immensely.”
Ferrero echoed that sentiment in his own emotional message:
“Today is a difficult day. Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when there are so many shared experiences behind it. We have worked hard, grown together, and shared unforgettable moments.”
Despite parting ways, Ferrero expressed hope that their paths may cross again in the future:
“I wish I could have continued. I am convinced that good memories and good people always find a way to cross paths again.”
A Championship Legacy
With Ferrero by his side, Alcaraz achieved remarkable milestones:
- 6 Grand Slam titles (French Open, Wimbledon, U.S. Open)
- 24 tour-level titles, including 8 Masters 1000 trophies
- Youngest world No. 1 in ATP history (at age 19)
- 71 match wins in 2025, a personal and tour-best season
- ATP Coaches of the Year (Ferrero and Samuel Lopez)
The success continued into the 2025 season, where Alcaraz reclaimed the No. 1 ranking, captured eight titles, and maintained an unmatched level of consistency.
Ferrero and Lopez, who began collaborating last year to share coaching duties, were jointly honored as ATP Coaches of the Year just weeks ago. Alcaraz has not yet confirmed whether Lopez will assume full coaching responsibilities or if he plans to bring in new personnel.
What’s Next for Alcaraz?
While the timing of the decision came as a surprise to many, especially following such a dominant season, Alcaraz has often emphasized growth, evolution, and personal development in his career decisions.
The tennis world now watches closely to see how the young star will navigate the next phase of his career. Will he continue working with Lopez exclusively? Will a new voice enter his team?
For now, Alcaraz seems to be focused on gratitude, reflecting on a partnership that shaped his rise to the top of the sport.
“You’ve taught me so much more than tennis,” Alcaraz wrote. “You’ve helped shape the person I am today. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
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