Began playing tennis at age seven with his father, Eduardo, who often travels
with his son.

Has two sisters, Ana and Laura.

Nicknames are "Mosquito,"due to his speed and small physique and "Chavalito,"
which means "little kid" in a joking way from fellow Spanish players.

As a youngster, admired play of former No. 1 and two-time Roland Garros
champion Jim Courier.

Likes to collect motor bikes and cars (his favorite is a Renault Spider).

Fan of Real Madrid soccer team.

Draws his tennis inspiration from his mother, Rosario, who passed away when he
was 17.

Named ATP Newcomer of Year in 1999.

In Oct. 2001, opened his own tennis school, "Equalite J.C. Ferrero" in his
hometown of Villena, Alicante, to promote future tennis talents between ages
14 and 21.

Friend of countryman and pro golfer Sergio Garcia.

Has a 7-2 Davis Cup record in six ties and member of winning team in 2000.

Fitness trainer is Miguel Maeso and coached by Antonio Martinez (since 1989).