The Indian Wells Masters 1000 is in full swing, delivering thrilling matches and showcasing the world’s top tennis talent. This Monday, fans will witness a star-studded lineup featuring rafael Nadal (ranked 4th globally), Daniil Medvedev (world No. 1), Stefanos Tsitsipas (5th), and Nick Kyrgios (132nd), as thay take center stage in what promises to be a day of world-class tennis.
Rafael Nadal makes his much-anticipated return to the Californian desert after a two-year hiatus. Following his semifinal run in 2019, the Spanish legend looks to extend his extraordinary 16-match unbeaten streak in 2022. His next challenge comes against Daniel Evans, the 27th seed from Great Britain. Nadal holds a clear advantage in their head-to-head record, having defeated Evans twice in 2019 (Canada Masters 1000 and Davis Cup).The match is scheduled as the second feature on Court 1, starting around 5:00 p.m. ARG, 2:00 p.m. MEX, and 3:00 p.m. CABBAGE, right after the world No. 1’s match.
Daniil Medvedev, the current world No. 1, is also set to continue his quest for glory in the American tournament.He faces Gael Monfils, a two-time Indian Wells quarterfinalist and the 26th seed this year. Their head-to-head record stands at one win apiece,with Medvedev triumphing in Sofia 2019 and Monfils claiming victory in Rotterdam 2019. This clash will determine who moves closer to the tournament’s decisive stages. The match kicks off Monday’s action at 3:00 p.m. ARG, 12:00 p.m.MEX, and 1:00 p.m.CABBAGE.
Stefanos Tsitsipas, the fifth seed, is determined to secure his place in the round of 16 as he takes on American Jenson Brooksby. the 21-year-old local talent aims to build on his 2021 performance,where he fell in the second round to Alexander Zverev. Tsitsipas, meanwhile, seeks to match or surpass his quarterfinal finish from last season. This will be their first encounter on the ATP Tour, scheduled for Court 1 at 9:00 p.m. ARG, 6:00 p.m. MEX, and 7:00 p.m. CABBAGE.
Nick Kyrgios, one of the tournament’s most electrifying players, will also be in action. The Australian, who advanced to the third round with wins over Sebastián Báez and Federico Delbonis, faces Casper Ruud, the eighth seed. Their only previous meeting at the 2019 Rome Masters 1000 ended with Ruud victorious after Kyrgios retired in the deciding set. This rematch is set to take place on Court 2 at 00:00 ARG, 9:00 p.m. MEX, and 10:00 p.m. CABBAGE.
Other exciting matchups to watch include Shapovalov vs. Opelka, Alcaraz vs.Bautista-Agut, Sinner vs. Bonzi, and Norrie vs. Basilashvili, ensuring a day packed with high-stakes tennis action.
