🔗 Share this article Alcaraz Declares Unexpected Split with Coach Ferrero The Spanish champion secured each of his six Grand Slam titles under Juan Carlos Ferrero's mentorship, his latest coming at this year's US Open. Six-time Grand Slam winner Carlos Alcaraz has ended his partnership with his mentor Juan Carlos Ferrero in a unexpected decision. The 22-year-old Spaniard, has worked with his fellow Spaniard since he was a youngster, but announced on Wednesday that the team have "decided to end their collaboration" ahead of the 2026 season. Neither Alcaraz nor Ferrero has given a cause for the break. World number one Alcaraz has not yet outlined if he intends to replace Ferrero. "Thank you for turning childhood dreams into accomplishments," Alcaraz said in a announcement."Our journey began this path when I was barely a kid, and throughout all this time you've accompanied me on an extraordinary journey, on and off the court."I've enjoyed every step of it so much with you." Ferrero, 45, is a one-time top-ranked player. He nurtured Alcaraz's abilities at his training facility near Murcia before guiding him to all six major championship titles. What This Means for Alcaraz's Future This sudden coaching change signals the conclusion of a trophy-laden player-coach relationship that shaped the rise of one of tennis's brightest stars. The search for a replacement mentor will be a pivotal step for Alcaraz as he aims to add to his major haul. Fans and analysts will monitor how this change impacts his game in the season ahead. The influence of Ferrero's guidance is indelible, having ushered a talented youngster to the pinnacle of the sport.