The recent separation between Carlos Alcaraz and his long-time coach Juan Carlos Ferrero has sent ripples through the tennis community. After nearly eight years together, during which Alcaraz won six Grand Slam titles, the announcement of their split surprised fans and analysts alike. Ferrero, who guided Alcaraz from teenage prodigy to world-class champion, admitted that the decision was difficult and left him reflecting daily on their journey.

Ferrero’s Emotional Response

Ferrero has spoken openly about the impact of the split. In an interview with Marca, he explained that the timing was painful and that he continues to think about Alcaraz every day. “It’s something I’d have to think about. They’re extraordinary players, but it’s not the time to think about something like that. Now is the time to get through this difficult period because I still think about Carlos everyday,” Juan Carlos Ferrero said.

This statement highlights his reluctance to immediately consider new opportunities, even when asked about the possibility of joining forces with Jannik Sinner, Alcaraz’s fiercest rival.

The Sinner Question

Speculation quickly arose about whether Ferrero might accept an offer to coach Sinner, who has emerged as one of the brightest stars in tennis. Sinner and Alcaraz have already contested multiple Grand Slam finals against each other in 2025, making the idea of Ferrero switching sides particularly intriguing.

Ferrero did not dismiss the possibility outright. He acknowledged that Sinner is an extraordinary player, but emphasized that his focus remains on processing the end of his partnership with Alcaraz. His words suggest that while the door is not closed, it is not the right moment to make such a move.

Ferrero’s future in coaching remains uncertain. While he has the credentials and experience to guide any top player, his emotional connection to Alcaraz continues to weigh heavily. The split was not driven by financial issues, as Ferrero clarified, but by contractual disagreements and timing.

 

Jannik Sinner in 2025

Now ranked no.2, Sinner played his last match on the 16^th of November when he overcame world no.1 Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4) 7-5 in the final in the Nitto ATP Finals to win his 25^th career title.

This year Jannik owns a compiled 58-6 record. The Italian has won 6 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, Beijing, Vienna, Paris and the Nitto ATP Finals. Jannik was the finalist in Rome, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.

Carlos Alcaraz in 2025

Now the world no.1, Alcaraz played his last match on the 16^th 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 the moment, during this season Alcaraz achieved a 71-9 record. Alcaraz has won 8 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Tokyo. Carlos was the finalist in Barcelona, Wimbledon and the Nitto ATP Finals.

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz fought against each other 17 times. Their current record is 11-6 for Alcaraz.