Overview
- Shelton and Juan Carlos Ferrero publicly confirmed on Sunday that Ferrero will join Shelton's coaching setup for the 2027 season.
- Both men said Ferrero will be an addition to the current team and will work alongside Ben's father, Bryan Shelton, rather than replace him.
- Ferrero brings a record of developing elite players, having coached Carlos Alcaraz from his teens to six Grand Slam titles before their split in December 2025.
- Shelton arrives with momentum from 2026 — four ATP titles, a second Canada Masters crown and his first Grand Slam final — and is aiming to convert that form into major wins.
- The appointment is likely to be a targeted, off‑season role that could change Shelton's tactical preparation and how rivals plan for him, with observers watching whether Ferrero will travel full time or focus on key events.