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Ferrero Unfollows Alcaraz Days After Australian Open Triumph

Ferrero signals distance by routing congratulations through his academy to Samu López.

Overview

  • The Instagram unfollow came roughly four days after Alcaraz’s Melbourne victory, prompting a wave of online reactions about their growing separation.
  • Alcaraz completed the career Grand Slam and publicly credited new coach Samu López, making no mention of his former mentor.
  • Ferrero issued no personal congratulations, while the Juan Carlos Ferrero Tennis Academy account saluted López and Team Carlitos for the win.
  • In media interviews during the tournament, Ferrero described feeling melancholy watching Alcaraz but said he wished the world No. 1 the best.
  • Ferrero announced a 2026 professional collaboration with golfer Ángel Ayora and told Cadena SER he would not rule out coaching Jannik Sinner.