Ben Shelton Set for Blockbuster Coaching Partnership
World No. 4 Ben Shelton is reportedly set to appoint Juan Carlos Ferrero as his coach for the 2027 season, ending months of speculation surrounding the Spaniard’s next move following his split with Carlos Alcaraz. According to an exclusive report from The Times, the American has turned to one of tennis’s most accomplished coaches as …
Ben Shelton, the U.S. tennis player, is reportedly set to join forces with Juan Carlos Ferrero as his coach for the 2027 season. This partnership comes after months of speculation about the Spaniard's next move following his split with Carlos Alcaraz. The Times reported that Shelton aims to secure his maiden Grand Slam title with Ferrero's expertise.
Ferrero, who coached Alcaraz to six major championships, will work alongside Shelton's father and longtime coach, Bryan. The duo will begin their collaboration during the off-season. Shelton's 2026 campaign marked a significant breakthrough as he reached his first Grand Slam final at the US Open. He defeated Alcaraz in a dramatic five-set quarterfinal before falling to Alexander Zverev in the championship match.
The appointment of Ferrero is seen as a bold statement of ambition from Shelton, adding considerable experience in player development and strategic preparation to his already impressive arsenal.
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