One of the most influential partnerships in modern tennis has come to an emotional close. Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero have decided to part ways after more than seven years together.
Thus, they ended a collaboration that transformed a gifted 15-year-old into one of the greatest young champions the sport has ever seen. Together, they conquered 24 ATP titles, including six Majors and eight Masters 1000 shields.
They shaped an era defined by fearlessness, joy and relentless ambition. Now, they will walk the separate way, while always remembering all the brilliantand emotional moments.
Juan Carlos Ferrero turned down many high-profile offers and signed to guide the upcoming teenager. He saw Alcaraz grow not only as a tennis player but as a person, one of the most loved ones in the world of tennis.
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Over time, the relationship evolved into something deeper than a standard player-coach dynamic. It became a shared mission built on trust, process and belief.
While Ferrero believed in his player's abilities, Alcaraz never questioned his coach's decisions and guidance. After all, their incredible results tell the most realistic picture.
The separation ahead of 2026 comes at a symbolic moment. Alcaraz leaves the partnership as world no. 1, and the chapter ending feels deliberate rather than reactive.
Reports suggest the decision followed internal discussions about the future, including contractual differences for 2026 and increasing involvement from Carlos' inner circle.
Still, it was likely a respectful, calm conclusion rather than conflict. What remains undeniable is the legacy, as they worked hard and created a champion and a competitor defined by humility, joy and courage.
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Carlos will continue with Samuel Lopez. While the road ahead brings change, he built the foundation of his success with Juan Carlos Ferrero, a man who cried many times following their biggest achievements.
"It is very hard for me to write this post... After over seven years together, Juanki and I have decided to end our stage together as coach and player. Thank you for making childhood dreams come true.
We started this path when I was just a kid, and all this time you've been with me on an incredible journey, on and off the track. And I enjoyed very much every step with you. We've made it to the top, and I feel like if our sport paths had to separate, it should have been from up there.
From the place we always work for and the place we always aspire to be. It's so many memories running through my head that just staying with one wouldn't be fair. Youve made me grow as an athlete but most of all as a person.
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And something I value very much: I enjoyed the process. I'll take that, along the road we've traveled together. Now comes times of change for both, new adventures and new projects. But I am certain that we will face them the right way, doing our best, as we always have.
Always adding up. I wish you the best of my heart in all that is to come. I am at peace knowing that we have left nothing to give, that we have put everything at the disposal of the other. Thank you for everything, Juanki!," Carlos Alcaraz wrote.
