“Nothing but love and respect,” Frances Tiafoe part ways with coach Wayne Ferreira

Frances Tiafoe worked with Wayne Ferreira for three years.

“Nothing but love and respect,” Frances Tiafoe part ways with coach Wayne Ferreira

Frances Tiafoe parts ways with Wayne Ferreira (Image via ATP Tour)

American tennis player Frances Tiafoe announced separation from his long-time coach Wayne Ferreira on Wednesday. The American revealed that they have mutually decided to go different ways after three years of partnership. Tiafoe also thanked Ferreira for his contribution to his evolution as a player.

Notably, Frances Tiafoe had a good time with the South African as he broke into the top 10 in ATP rankings for the first time. Tiafoe also reached the semifinals at the 2022 US Open, his maiden Grand Slam semi-final. However, as Tiafoe revealed, the two have decided to part ways and hence won’t be working together anymore.

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Just wanted to say thanks to this guy. Three years shared together… SHEESH we had a ton of success. But sadly we’ve decided to part ways. Thanks for getting me to the player I am today. Nothing but love and respect for you. My guy Wayne Ferreira.
Frances Tiafoe wrote on Instagram while announcing the split.

Frances Tiafoe onboard Diego Moyano as Wayne Ferreira’s replacement

After parting ways with Wayne Ferreira, Frances Tiafoe announced the onboarding of Diego Moyano as his new coach. Having already worked together with the Argentine when he was a Lead National Coach for the USTA, Tiafoe knows what Moyano can offer. The American announced that he will start his 2024 season with Diego Moyano.

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Frances Tiafoe with Diego Moyano (Image via Bigfoe Instagram)

Notably, the Argentine has previously worked with the likes of former World No. 5 Kevin Anderson and WTA star Coco Gauff. Moyano spent time working with several current American ATP Tour stars, including Tommy Paul and Reilly Opelka during his time at USTA. Now, he will assist Tiafoe in achieving his goals. 

Happy to announce I’m starting my 2k24 with Diego Moyano coaching me. It’s a full circle moment from you helping me back at the Usta days to now privately. I'm excited for what’s to come. You one crazy a** dude… Man you working the hell out of me but I can’t [wait] for it to all pay off. Let’s get busy next year.
Frances Tiafoe wrote in an Instagram post while sharing a picture with the Argentine.

Check Frances Tiafoe’s Instagram post below.

Talking about Tiafoe’s 2023 season, the American won two tour-level titles in Stuttgart and Houston. The American also reached the quarterfinals at the 2023 US Open, where he lost to Ben Shelton. He also finished the year at No. 16 in the ATP Rankings and would be hoping to break into the top 10 once again during the 2024 season.

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