Carlos Alcaraz secured all six major titles under his coach's guidance, his most recent coming at this year's US Open.
Six-time major champion 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 compatriot Spaniard since he was a teenager, but announced on Wednesday that the team have "decided to end their collaboration" ahead of the upcoming season.
No explanation has been offered by Alcaraz or Ferrero has provided a explanation for the separation.
World number one Alcaraz has not yet outlined if he intends to find a successor for Ferrero.
"I am grateful for making youthful ambitions into realities," Alcaraz said in a statement.
"Our journey began this path when I was barely a kid, and throughout all this time you've accompanied me on an incredible journey, on and off the court.
"I've enjoyed every step of it so much with you."
The 45-year-old Ferrero, is a former top-ranked player. He nurtured Alcaraz's potential at his academy near Murcia before coaching him to each of his six major championship titles.
What This Means for Alcaraz's Future
This sudden split represents the end of a incredibly fruitful partnership that shaped the early career of one of tennis's biggest names.
- The search for a new coach will be a major decision for Alcaraz as he aims to build upon his major collection.
- Fans and pundits will monitor how this transition affects his performance in the season ahead.
- The influence of Ferrero's work is undeniable, having ushered a talented youngster to the pinnacle of the game.
