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Alcaraz Ends Seven-Year Partnership With Coach Juan Carlos Ferrero as Samuel López Steps In

Alcaraz has not provided a reason for the split, and reports of management or contract disputes remain unverified.

Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz and Juan Carlos Ferrero confirmed the end of their coach–player relationship in social media posts this week.
  • Ferrero’s academy and Alcaraz’s announcement state that Samuel López will lead the coaching team for now.
  • Ferrero wrote that he wished he could have continued, underscoring that the decision did not appear to come from him.
  • López, 55, joined Alcaraz’s staff early in 2025 and had been praised by the world No. 1 as one of the best coaches on tour.
  • During their collaboration since 2018, Alcaraz won six Grand Slam titles and became the youngest world No. 1 in 2022.