Overview
- Mats Wilander told Eurosport that Carlos Alcaraz should add a Grand Slam-winning coach with a contrasting style and named Roger Federer as the ideal fit.
- Wilander dismissed Andy Murray as a leading candidate due to perceived stylistic similarities and cited contrasts like John McEnroe or Stefan Edberg as examples.
- Alcaraz ended his seven-year partnership with Juan Carlos Ferrero in December and has promoted Samuel López to lead his team to open the 2026 season.
- Federer has publicly indicated he does not plan to coach, keeping any prospect of his involvement firmly speculative.
- Alex Corretja said Alcaraz will not seek extra motivation from the split and backed López to provide stability heading into Melbourne.