Alcaraz fires coach, former British No.1 points out possible reasons

Carlos Alcaraz confirmed the split with his long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero after seven years together, shocking the tennis community. This partnership witnessed Alcaraz claiming six Grand Slam trophies and becoming one of the leading global sports icons.

In a statement, Alcaraz admitted that the decision was very difficult, expressing gratitude to Ferrero for turning his childhood dream into reality and for supporting him through unforgettable moments both on and off the court. They chose to embark on separate paths at their peak, wishing each other sincere blessings.

Former British men’s singles No.1Greg Rusedskicommented on the situation, saying he was not surprised by the outcome and speculated thatdifferences in scheduling might have been a key factor. He pointed out that after Alcaraz suffered injuries at the Tokyo ATP Tour and ATP Finals, he still insisted on playing exhibition matches, while his team wanted him to maintain peak professionalism by focusing on rest and preparation during the off-season—similar to how Sinner chose to skip the Davis Cup final and exhibitions to gear up for the new season, and how the Big Three rarely played many exhibitions during their peak. Such contrasting views on tournament planning may have affected their partnership.

Rusedski also stressed that Alcaraz will find it hard to replace Ferrero, who has been by his side since the start of his career, providing irreplaceable support and guidance. Changing coaches is no easy task for Alcaraz.

With the 2026 Australian Open approaching, firing a coach right before a major event is akin to a strategic blunder in battle!

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