Alcaraz Splits with Coach Ferrero Ahead of Aussie Open

On 16 January 2026, Spanish superstar Carlos Alcaraz announced that he and his long‑term coach Juan Carlos Ferrero had part ways, a move he described as a joint decision taken just weeks before the 2026 Australian Open in Melbourne. Alcaraz, who was ranked world No. 1 in 2023 and set to defend his singles title, said he remains focused on completing a career Grand Slam this winter, which would require a title at the Australian Open. Ferrero, a former world No. 1 and 2005 Rio Olympics bronze medallist, was no doubt a key figure in Alcaraz’s rapid rise, having coached him to multiple ATP titles. Despite the split, Alcaraz stressed that he still values Ferrero’s guidance and the partnership’s successes.