Overview
- Shelton and Ferrero confirmed on Sunday that the former world No. 1 will join the American’s coaching setup for the 2027 season and will work alongside Ben’s father and longtime coach, Bryan Shelton.
- Ferrero will begin collaborating with Shelton during the close season and is expected to add periodic input to tournament preparation rather than replace Bryan in the coaching box.
- Shelton said he wants to become more well rounded and singled out clay‑court play as a key area Ferrero can improve during the offseason.
- Reactions were mixed with former pupil Carlos Alcaraz and Andy Roddick praising the hire while coach Rick Macci warned Ferrero may not address Shelton’s specific biomechanical backhand and return problems.
- Ferrero brings a track record of developing Carlos Alcaraz into a multiple Grand Slam champion, a record that raises expectations for how the partnership could shift the ATP pecking order in coming seasons.