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Medvedev Ends Alcaraz’s Perfect Start, Reaches Indian Wells Final Against Sinner

Sinner awaits in a final that could tighten the race at the top of the ATP rankings.

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Mar 14, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Daniil Medvedev (RUS) shakes hands with Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) winning the semifinal match of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 15, 2026; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Jannik Sinner (ITA) with the championship trophy after he defeated Daniil Medvedev (RUS) in the menÕs final of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The 11th seed defeated the world No.1 6-3, 7-6 (3), stopping Carlos Alcaraz’s 16-0 opening to 2026 and his bid for a third straight Indian Wells title.
  • World No.2 Jannik Sinner beat Alexander Zverev 6-2, 6-4 to reach his first Indian Wells final, advancing through the draw without dropping a set.
  • Medvedev extended his winning streak to nine matches following his Dubai title and reached his third Indian Wells final after losing the 2023 and 2024 deciders to Alcaraz.
  • Alcaraz said carrying a target has been taxing and praised Medvedev’s surprising level; Medvedev said Alcaraz and Sinner remain the standard even as he earned the upset.
  • With the title on the line, Sinner can narrow Alcaraz’s points lead, while Medvedev’s revival has been linked to coaching changes he says have refreshed his approach.