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Carlos Alcaraz Parts Ways with Coach Juan Carlos Ferrero

1/17/2026

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Carlos Alcaraz, a Spanish tennis player, split with former coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, who guided him since age 15, over a contractual dispute.
The separation surprised many given Ferrero's pivotal role in Alcaraz's success.
Alcaraz is coached solely by Samuel López.
As he prepares for the Australian Open, Alcaraz aims to win his first title there and complete a career Grand Slam.
He acknowledges scrutiny after the coaching change.

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Story summary

Carlos Alcaraz, a Spanish tennis player, split with former coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, who guided him since age 15, over a contractual dispute.
The separation surprised many given Ferrero's pivotal role in Alcaraz's success.
Alcaraz is coached solely by Samuel López.
As he prepares for the Australian Open, Alcaraz aims to win his first title there and complete a career Grand Slam.
He acknowledges scrutiny after the coaching change.