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Indian Wells Masters
Indian Wells Masters 2026 (BNP Paribas Open) tournament hub. Results, past winners, betting tips and how to watch the ATP/WTA Masters 1000.
Surface
Hard court (Laykold, outdoor)
Venue
Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, California
Category
ATP Masters 1000 / WTA 1000
Dates
5–16 March 2026 · completed — Sinner & Sabalenka champions
Indian Wells Masters 2026 (BNP Paribas Open) tournament hub. Results, past winners, betting tips and how to watch the ATP/WTA Masters 1000.
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The Guide
Tournament Overview
The 2026 BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells concluded with Jannik Sinner winning the men's title and Aryna Sabalenka winning the women's title. Sabalenka's victory over Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(6) in the women's final was the first leg of her historic Sunshine Double, completing both Indian Wells and Miami in the same year.
| Tournament | BNP Paribas Open (Indian Wells Masters) |
|---|---|
| Venue | Indian Wells Tennis Garden, Indian Wells, California |
| Surface | Hard court (Laykold, outdoor) |
| Category | ATP Masters 1000 / WTA 1000 |
| Draw size | 96 singles (men and women) |
| Prize money (2026) | $9,415,725 |
| Men's champion 2026 | Jannik Sinner |
| Women's champion 2026 | Aryna Sabalenka |
| UK TV | Sky Sports Tennis |
Form Guide
Key Contenders
Men's SinglesWomen's Singles
JS
Jannik Sinner
The defending 2026 champion, who beat Medvedev for his maiden Indian Wells crown.
CA
Carlos Alcaraz
World No. 2 and a former Indian Wells champion who loves the slow desert hard courts.
AZ
Alexander Zverev
World No. 3 and a consistent presence in the latter stages of the big hard-court Masters.
DM
Daniil Medvedev
Reached the 2026 final and remains a hard-court force with a former world No. 1 pedigree.
TF
Taylor Fritz
The home favourite and former Indian Wells champion, dangerous on US hard courts.
BS
Ben Shelton
Big-serving American, world No. 5, capable of beating anyone on a fast day.
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History
Recent Champions
| Year | Men's Singles | Women's Singles |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2025 | Jack Draper | Mirra Andreeva |
| 2024 | Carlos Alcaraz | Iga Świątek |
| 2023 | Carlos Alcaraz | Elena Rybakina |
| 2022 | Taylor Fritz | Iga Świątek |
| 2021 | Cameron Norrie | Paula Badosa |
| 2019 | Dominic Thiem | Bianca Andreescu |
| 2018 | Juan Martin del Potro | Naomi Osaka |
FAQ
Indian Wells Masters Questions
Who won Indian Wells 2026?
Jannik Sinner won the men's title, beating Daniil Medvedev 7-6(6), 7-6(4). Aryna Sabalenka won the women's title, beating Elena Rybakina 3-6, 6-3, 7-6(6).
When is the Indian Wells Masters?
The BNP Paribas Open is held annually in early-to-mid March at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California. It is the first Masters 1000 event of the season.
Why is Indian Wells called the fifth Grand Slam?
Indian Wells is often called the "fifth Grand Slam" because of its elite field strength, record attendance (over 490,000 in 2024), and the fact that its draw size and prize money rival the Grand Slams. It features the second-largest permanent tennis stadium in the world.
What is the Sunshine Double?
The Sunshine Double is winning both Indian Wells and the Miami Open in the same year. Sabalenka achieved this in 2026, becoming only the fifth woman to do so. Read our Sabalenka Sunshine Double article for the full story.