In a significant development for the tennis world, Carlos Alcaraz has announced the addition of Samuel Lopez to his coaching team for the upcoming season. This move comes as Alcaraz aims to reclaim the top spot in the rankings after ending the previous season at No. 3.
Juan Carlos Ferrero, who has been Alcaraz’s head coach since he was 16 years old, will continue to work closely with the young star. Alcaraz has credited Ferrero for his development both as a player and as a person. The relationship between the two remains strong, with Alcaraz expressing his admiration for Ferrero’s professionalism and personal support.
Samuel Lopez, a former member of Spain’s Olympic team and a seasoned coach, will join the team to provide additional support. Lopez has previously worked with top players, including Pablo Carreno Busta, and has a history of collaborating with Ferrero. Alcaraz believes that the combination of Ferrero and Lopez will help him grow as a player and achieve better results.
Alcaraz stated, “They trust each other 100 percent and being able to travel with both, for me, it’s going to be great. I think I’m going to grow as a player thanks to them. I think we are going to work pretty hard and pretty good for the next season and the next years. Hopefully, we are going to make good results together.”
The young Spaniard is set to kick off his 2025 season with a series of exhibition matches, including a highly anticipated match at Madison Square Garden against Ben Shelton. Alcaraz’s decision to expand his coaching team reflects his commitment to continuous improvement and his determination to reach new heights in his career.
With the combined expertise of Ferrero and Lopez, Alcaraz is poised to make a strong push for the top of the rankings in the coming season. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how this new coaching dynamic impacts his performance on the court.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Currently the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 19th of November when he overcame world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(0) 6-3 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
This year the Spaniard has managed to achieve an overall 54-13 record. Carlos conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Alcaraz got to the final in Paris.