The end of the 2025 tennis season was marked by a high-profile split between Juan Carlos Ferrero and Carlos Alcaraz, one of the most successful player–coach partnerships in recent years. A week after the separation was confirmed, Ferrero had acknowledged that differences over a new contract between the two teams had played a role in bringing the association to an end. Just over a month later, Ferrero embarked on an unexpected new chapter – away from the tennis court. The former French Open champion joined Spanish golfer Angel Aroya’s team earlier this month, describing the move as a necessary “change of scenery” after his long and intense stint alongside Alcaraz. “After what happened with Carlos, ultimately it’s about a change of scenery, something that I think is necessary, especially for a while,” Ferrero told TenGolf, reflecting on the transition Ferrero explained that his entry into the world of golf came through conversations with Juan Ochoa, Aroya’s coach, who offered him the opportunity to explore the demands of elite golf and assess where his experience could …