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March 13th, 2017

A Higher Net? Rafael Nadal Hints Tennis Might Need To Make Changes In The Future

Could the net on a tennis court be raised in the near future?

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 4:42 pm in Indian Wells | 12 Comments »

March 13th, 2017

Andy Murray Still Has No Explanation Why He Struggles So Much At Indian Wells

The losing continues for Andy Murray at Indian Wells.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 4:31 pm in Indian Wells | Comments Off on Andy Murray Still Has No Explanation Why He Struggles So Much At Indian Wells

March 13th, 2017

Muguruza Survives Day, Cibulkova Saves Match Point At Indian Wells; Kerber, Keys Today

Three of the eight matches in the women’s draw ended in final set breakers Sunday at Indian Wells.

Posted by Staff @ 9:09 am in Indian Wells | Comments Off on Muguruza Survives Day, Cibulkova Saves Match Point At Indian Wells; Kerber, Keys Today

March 13th, 2017

Federer, Nadal Roll, Djokovic Escapes At Indian Wells; Isner-Monfils Tonight

The top players all advanced in the Quarter of Death at Indian Wells.

Posted by Staff @ 8:52 am in Indian Wells | 7 Comments »

March 12th, 2017

Caroline Wozniacki Isn’t Thrilled Maria Sharapova Can Get Wildcards After Drug Ban

Should dopers like Maria Sharapova be able to use wildcard after serving their suspension? Many players say no.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 2:52 pm in Drug Testing, Indian Wells | 81 Comments »

March 12th, 2017

Taylor Fritz: Nothing’s Changed Since I Became A Father

Taylor Fritz says his wife takes care of just about everything with their new baby.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 2:35 pm in Indian Wells | 5 Comments »

March 12th, 2017

Halep, Keys Make Successful Returns to WTA Tour at Indian Wells

“It was not so easy,” Kerber said afterwards. “We’ve known each other forever, and it’s always tough to play a friend on court.

Posted by Staff @ 1:59 am in Indian Wells, Tennis | Comments Off on Halep, Keys Make Successful Returns to WTA Tour at Indian Wells

March 12th, 2017

Pospisil Shocks Murray in 2nd Rd. at Indian Wells; Djokovic, Nadal, Federer Today

“It’s crazy to think I had to play pre-qualifying here two years ago,” said the elder Zverev, who will next face Thiem.

Posted by Staff @ 12:47 am in Indian Wells | 29 Comments »

March 11th, 2017

Pliskova Comes Back on Puig; Venus-Jankovic Saturday At Indian Wells

It was a good day to be a Pliskova Friday at Indian Wells.

Posted by Staff @ 12:16 pm in Indian Wells | Comments Off on Pliskova Comes Back on Puig; Venus-Jankovic Saturday At Indian Wells

March 11th, 2017

Murray Opens Bid For First Indian Wells Title Tonight; Djokovic, Sick Nadal Win Doubles

Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray were all winners Friday at Indian Wells…in doubles.

Posted by Staff @ 11:58 am in Indian Wells | 5 Comments »

March 10th, 2017

Roger Federer: I’m Still On Cloud Nine From Winning The Australian Open

4-time champion Roger Federer previews Indian Wells.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 1:33 pm in Indian Wells | 1 Comment »

March 10th, 2017

Novak Djokovic: I Haven’t Had Too Many Draws Like This, It’s Quite Amazing, But It Is What It Is

Novak Djokovic seeks a sixth Indian Wells title, fourth straight.

Posted by Tom Gainey @ 10:44 am in Indian Wells | 86 Comments »

March 10th, 2017

Bouchard Gets Bounced, Jankovic Advances At Indian Wells; Pliskova v Puig Today

Eugenie Bouchard has now lost 3 straight matches.

Posted by Staff @ 10:32 am in Indian Wells | 3 Comments »

March 10th, 2017

Americans Harrison, Opelka, Tiafoe Fall At Indian Wells; Nadal-Tomic Doubles, Fritz Friday

It was a slow start for American men at Indian Wells.

Posted by Staff @ 10:16 am in Indian Wells | 8 Comments »

March 8th, 2017

Indian Wells Men’s Preview: Can Murray Finally Win? Who’ll Emerge From The Quarter Of Death?

Sean Randall makes his pick for the Quarter of Death and the entire Indian Wells field.

Posted by Sean Randall @ 11:38 pm in Indian Wells | 16 Comments »