Carlos Alcaraz has parted ways with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, ending a seven-year association that won six Grand Slam titles.
World number one Carlos Alcaraz has surprisingly parted ways with coach Juan Carlos Ferrero.
Alcaraz announced the end of its partnership in a social media post, ending a seven-year period of collaboration with Ferrero.
Ferrero began coaching Alcaraz when the now six-time Grand Slam champion was just 15 years old, his tutelage helping to win six Grand Slam titles.
Two of those came in 2025 as Alcaraz prevailed at the French Open and the US Open, beating Jannik Sinner on both occasions as the pair contested the final of all four grand slams this year, their dual dominance of men’s tennis continuing to grow.
Alcaraz pays tribute to Ferrero
Despite another successful year, Alcaraz, 22, will now head in a different direction with a new coach.
“It is very difficult for me to write this post. After more than seven years together, Juanki and I have decided to end our life together as coach and player,” Alcaraz wrote.
“Thank you for turning childhood dreams into reality. We started this journey when I was barely a child, and throughout that time, you have accompanied me on an incredible journey, on and off the field. And I have enjoyed every step with you so much.
“We managed to reach the top, and I think that if our sporting paths were to separate, it had to be from up there. From where we have always worked and aspired to reach. There are so many memories that come to mind that choosing just one would not be fair. You have helped me grow as an athlete, but above all as a person.
“And something that I appreciate so much: I enjoyed the process. That’s what I’m going to hold on to, the journey that we’ve been on together.
“Now times of change are coming for both of us, new adventures and new projects. But I am sure that we will face them in the right way, giving the best of ourselves, as we have always done. Always adding up.
“I wish you all the best from the heart in whatever happens. I have peace of mind knowing that we held nothing back, that we gave everything we had for each other.”
In a post on Instagram, Ferrero, former world number one and 2003 Roland Garros winner, wrote: “I would have liked to continue. I am convinced that good memories and good people always find a way to cross paths again. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”
