The sudden separation between Carlos Alcaraz and his long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero has sparked widespread debate in the tennis world. Italian pundit Paolo Bertolucci offered insight into the reasons behind the unexpected decision.
Bertolucci’s explanation
Bertolucci described the break as abrupt, noting that it occurred during contract negotiations. “La rottura è stata improvvisa. È avvenuta durante la trattativa per il rinnovo del contratto di Ferrero,” said Bertolucci, highlighting the timing of the split as a key factor.
Disagreements within the team
Beyond contractual issues, other sources have pointed to internal disagreements. A source close to Alcaraz’s years of success in international tennis told CLAY and RG Media: “There were significant disagreements between Ferrero and Alcaraz’s father about how to manage the player’s career.” These tensions reportedly contributed to the decision to part ways.
Impact on Alcaraz’s future
The end of the partnership marks a turning point for Alcaraz, who has achieved remarkable success under Ferrero’s guidance. While speculation continues about the reasons and future direction of his career, the split underscores the challenges of balancing professional ambitions with personal and managerial dynamics.
What comes next
As Alcaraz prepares for the upcoming season, the focus will shift to how he adapts to new leadership and whether the changes will affect his performance on the court. The tennis community will be watching closely to see how this new chapter unfolds.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Now ranked no.1, the Spaniard played his last encounter on the 16th of November when he capitulated to world no.2 Jannik Sinner 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At present, during this year Alcaraz has managed to achieve an overall 71-9 win-loss record. Carlos clinched 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. The Spaniard reached the final in Barcelona, Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals.