Ben Shelton, the US Open runner-up, has partnered with Juan Carlos Ferrero, the former coach of Carlos Alcaraz, to enhance his skills and compete against his former mentor. Ferrero, a former world number one, has a proven track record of developing champions, including Alcaraz, whom he guided to six Grand Slam titles. The 45-year-old coach has been out of the ATP Tour since his split with Alcaraz in December 2025 but has maintained a high profile through his book and exploratory conversations with top players. Shelton, who has won seven ATP Tour singles titles, including two Masters 1000 trophies, is looking to tap into Ferrero's expertise to improve his game and achieve his ambitions. The pair will work together for 10-12 tournaments next season, including the four Grand Slams, and will begin their collaboration during an off-season training block in the United States. Ferrero's experience and tactical acumen will be invaluable to Shelton, who has struggled with consistency and technical issues, particularly with his backhand groundstroke and return. While some experts believe Ferrero's influence may not be enough to overcome Shelton's technical deficiencies, the partnership has the potential to elevate Shelton's game and make him a more formidable opponent for Alcaraz and other top players.