The 2025 BNP Paribas Open is set to take place from March 2-16 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Indian Wells, California. This prestigious tournament is the first combined ATP Masters and WTA 1000 event of the year, bringing together the top men’s and women’s tennis stars for an exciting two-week competition.
Tournament Details
- Dates: March 2-16, 2025
- Location: Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, California
- Surface: Outdoor Hardcourt
- Prize Money: $9,693,540
Defending Champions
- Women’s Singles: Iga Świątek
- Men’s Singles: Carlos Alcaraz
Key Players to Watch
Women’s Singles
- Iga Świątek: The reigning champion and world No. 1, Świątek is aiming to become the first-ever women’s player to win three times in the desert. She has been in excellent form and is a strong contender for the title.
- Aryna Sabalenka: World No. 2 and seven-time WTA 1000 champion, Sabalenka is seeking her first title at Indian Wells. She reached the final in 2023 and will be determined to go one step further this year.
- Coco Gauff: The 2023 US Open champion and world No. 3, Gauff is looking to get her year back on track after a disappointing start to 2025. She has the potential to make a deep run in the tournament.
- Jessica Pegula: The world No. 4 and 2024 US Open finalist, Pegula is another top American talent to watch. She has been consistently performing well and will be a strong contender.
- Madison Keys: The 2025 Australian Open champion and world No. 5, Keys is in excellent form and will be looking to add another title to her collection.
Men’s Singles
- Carlos Alcaraz: The reigning champion and world No. 2, Alcaraz is aiming for a coveted three-peat at Indian Wells, a feat only achieved by Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer. He has been in excellent form and is a strong contender for the title.
- Novak Djokovic: The five-time champion and 24-time Grand Slam winner, Djokovic is looking to make history by becoming the first player to win six BNP Paribas Open titles. He faces a tough draw but is always a formidable opponent.
- Taylor Fritz: The 2022 BNP Paribas Open champion and top-ranked American, Fritz is looking to become the sixth American player to win multiple titles at Indian Wells. He has the game to shine in the desert and will be a strong contender.
- Tommy Paul: Another top American talent, Paul has been performing well and will be looking to make a deep run in the tournament.
- Ben Shelton: The young American has been making waves on the tour and will be looking to make a strong impression at Indian Wells.
Tournament Format
- Singles: 96-player draw with 32 seeds receiving a first-round bye.
- Doubles: 32-team draw.
How to Watch
- TV Coverage: Tennis Channel (US), Sky Sports (UK), DAZN (Canada)
- Live Stream: Available on Tennis Channel Plus and other streaming platforms (Regional restrictions may apply)
Schedule
- Qualifying Rounds: March 2-4
- First Round: March 5-6
- Second Round: March 7-8
- Third Round: March 9-10
- Fourth Round: March 11-12
- Quarterfinals: March 13-14
- Semifinals: March 15
- Finals: March 16
