Juan Carlos Ferrero is set to begin a striking new chapter in elite sport following his high-profile separation from Carlos Alcaraz.
After seven years guiding one of tennis’ brightest stars to Grand Slam titles and world number one status, the former French Open champion has decided to apply his expertise beyond the ATP Tour.
Ferrero’s move into golf coaching represents a rare crossover between two individual sports in which mental strength, decision-making, and emotional control often decide success.
The announcement comes just weeks after Ferrero and Alcaraz ended one of the most successful player-coach partnerships in modern tennis.
While neither party offered a detailed explanation at the time, reports suggested Ferrero was reluctant to walk away, making his next step a subject of intense interest.
Juan Carlos Ferrero teams up with Angel Ayora in golf
Ferrero will now work with Angel Ayora, an exciting 21-year-old Spanish golfer who is widely viewed as one to watch in the 2026 season.
The collaboration will see Ferrero join forces with Ayora’s coach, Juan Ochoa, and his management team in a shared effort to accelerate the young player’s development.
Rather than focusing on the technical elements of Ayora’s swing, Ferrero’s role will centre on the mental aspect of performance.
The aim is to sharpen Ayora’s decision-making under pressure while building the emotional resilience required to compete consistently at the highest level of professional golf.
For Ayora, the partnership represents a significant endorsement. Ferrero’s experience managing expectations and intense scrutiny alongside Alcaraz offers a unique perspective.
At a crucial stage of his career, Ayora is hoping that influence can help unlock the next level of his game.
Juan Carlos Ferrero explains why golf excites him after Carlos Alcaraz split
Ferrero confirmed the collaboration in a public statement, describing his enthusiasm for the new challenge ahead of the 2026 season.
“Excited to announce a new professional collaboration for 2026,” Ferrero said. “I’ll be working alongside Angel Ayora, a young golfer with great potential, his coach, Juan Ochoa, and his management team. We’ll be working together on the mental side of performance and professional development.”
Despite the move into golf, Ferrero was clear that tennis remains central to his life.
“Tennis is my life, and I’ll continue giving my all at the Academy and on the circuit,” he added. “However, golf also excites me. It’s an individual sport where the mental aspect plays a crucial role.”
Ferrero said he was delighted to contribute his experience and support Ayora’s growth, confirming that the collaboration has already begun.
“We’ve already started, highly motivated and looking forward to continuing this journey,” he said.
For Ferrero, the move signals reinvention rather than retreat, while for Ayora, it marks a fascinating new partnership that could shape his future on the professional golf circuit.
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