A Day of Upsets and Milestones at Indian Wells
The 2022 Indian Wells tournament witnessed a stunning upset in the women’s draw as Spanish star Garbiñe Muguruza suffered a shocking first-round exit. Facing American Alison Riske, Muguruza, seeded eighth, dominated the initial stages, securing the first nine games of the match. Though, Riske mounted an astonishing comeback, ultimately prevailing 0-6, 6-3, 6-1. This unexpected result sent shockwaves through the tournament.
Meanwhile, on the men’s side, Jaume Munar advanced to the second round with a solid performance against China’s Juncheng Shang. Munar secured a 6-3,6-4 victory in a match lasting just over an hour.The day belonged to tennis legend Andy Murray, who achieved a remarkable milestone by securing his 700th career win. The three-time Grand Slam champion overcame a first-set deficit to defeat Japan’s Taro Daniel 1-6, 6-2, 6-4. This achievement highlights Murray’s enduring legacy and remarkable longevity in the sport.
Other notable results saw Argentine Facundo Bagnis progress to the second round, while Brazilian Beatriz Haddad Maia’s tournament came to an end.
Andy Murray Joins elite Club with 700th Career Win
Andy Murray etched his name in tennis history, achieving a remarkable milestone by securing his 700th career win. This accomplishment places him among an exclusive group of only 18 players in the Open Era to reach this remarkable feat. As of 2025, murray joins the ranks of tennis legends like Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic as the only active players to have achieved this distinction.
While Murray has consistently demonstrated his prowess on the court,he admitted that reaching specific numerical milestones wasn’t always a primary focus. However, as his career progresses and he enters the latter stages, achieving such important markers takes on a new level of importance.
The journey to 700 wins hasn’t been without its challenges. Murray has faced numerous setbacks in recent years, battling injuries and striving to regain his peak form. Reaching this milestone is a testament to his unwavering determination and resilience.
It took Murray over five and a half years to accumulate the last 100 wins, highlighting the competitive nature of professional tennis and the difficulty of maintaining consistent success. This achievement underscores Murray’s longevity and his enduring presence as a force to be reckoned with in the sport.
The Comeback Kid: An Interview with Chris Evert on Andy MurrayS 700th Win
Welcome back to Tennis Talk! Today we have a true legend of the sport with us: 18-time Grand Slam champion and tennis analyst, chris Evert.
Chris, thank you so much for joining us.
Chris Evert: Its a pleasure to be here.
Let’s talk about a historic moment this week at Indian Wells. Andy Murray, by defeating Taro Daniel, officially reached the 700-win milestone. An unbelievable achievement, putting him in the same company as legends like Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic. What are your thoughts on this accomplishment?
CE: What a testament to Andy’s grit and determination! 700 wins is a truly extraordinary feat, and it speaks volumes about his longevity and commitment to the sport.
I’ve always admired Andy’s fighting spirit. Even after battling serious injuries, he refused to give up, and his passion for the game is truly inspiring. Reaching this milestone is a testament to his remarkable resilience.
Absolutely. It’s been quite a road for Murray. He’s stated that reaching these numerical milestones hasn’t always been a priority, but as his career progresses, they seem to carry more weight. Do you think his perspective has shifted on these achievements?
CE: I think reaching 700 wins definitely holds a special significance for Andy at this stage in his career. He’s overcome so much adversity, and to achieve this landmark victory is a validation of all his hard work and dedication.It’s a reminder to himself, and to all of us, that he’s still a force to be reckoned with on the court.
Indeed. And it’s worth mentioning that it took him over five years to accrue his last 100 wins. The competition at the top is fierce! What makes achieving this milestone even more impressive in the modern era?
CE: Exactly. The depth of talent in men’s tennis right now is incredible. Every match is a battle, and simply staying competitive is a challenge in itself. To accumulate 100 wins over five and a half years in this era is truly remarkable.
Andy has shown remarkable adaptability. He’s had to refine his game, adjust his playing style, and constantly evolve to stay competitive. His willingness to adapt and learn is a key reason he’s been able to achieve this success.
Intriguing point. Let’s broaden the discussion a bit: We saw some impressive upsets at Indian Wells. Garbiñe Muguruza’s loss to Alison Riske was a shocker. What are your thoughts on these early round upsets, and do they shake things up for the rest of the tournament?
CE: Upsets are always part of the thrill of Grand Slams! It reminds us that anything can happen on any given day.
Alison Riske showed incredible mental fortitude to come back from that first set deficit against Muguruza. It’s a reminder that momentum can shift quickly in tennis, and that no lead is ever truly safe. It keeps the tournament exciting and unpredictable.
Absolutely. Looking forward, what are your predictions for the rest of Indian wells?
CE: It’s wide open! The men’s and women’s draws are both super competitive, and I expect to see some thrilling matches in the coming days. I wouldn’t be surprised to see some more surprises along the way.
What do you think of the younger generation coming through? Are there any players who stand out to you as potential champions?
CE: Oh,definitely! On the women’s side,players like Coco Gauff and Emma Raducanu have shown incredible promise. They are fearless competitors with huge potential. on the men’s side, Carlos Alcaraz is simply phenomenal. He has that “it” factor,and I wouldn’t be surprised to see him win a major very soon.
Chris, thank you so much for sharing your insights. Always a pleasure to hear from you.
CE: My pleasure! Always happy to talk tennis.
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