Naomi Osaka made a successful return to the court at Indian Wells, winning her second-round match against Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva. This victory follows her withdrawal from the Australian Open due to injury.
Novak Djokovic has made a notable return to competitive tennis at Indian Wells, partnering with Stefanos Tsitsipas in men's doubles after a significant recovery.
Iga Świątek is set to compete at Indian Wells, where she aims to become the first woman to win the title three times, facing defending champion Mirra Andreeva.
Jack Draper successfully commenced his title defense at Indian Wells with a three-set victory against Roberto Bautista Agut, marking his return to competitive tennis.
Amanda Anisimova and Emma Raducanu are set to meet for the first time at Indian Wells, showcasing a contrast in their rankings and recent match outcomes.
Aryna Sabalenka is engaged to Georgios Frangulis, with the couple announcing their engagement on March 3, 2026. The engagement follows a challenging period for Sabalenka.