Overview
- Carlos Alcaraz confirmed his split with longtime coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, and Ferrero cited disagreements over a new contract as the key reason.
- Samuel López is running Alcaraz’s training in Murcia, with sessions focused on serving mechanics, and Alcaraz is set to play a Sinner exhibition in Seoul on January 10 before the Australian Open.
- Ferrero, who plans to prioritize family, said he would not close the door on future contact with Alcaraz but does not expect a quick reunion.
- Spanish reporter José Morón says Alcaraz’s camp explored replacing Ferrero with Andy Murray in late 2024, a move that stalled after Murray joined Novak Djokovic’s team.
- Former pros weighed in on the timing, with Todd Woodbridge warning the change could dent early‑season form and Yevgeny Kafelnikov attributing tensions to parental influence and off‑court distractions, both presented as opinion.