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BNP PARIBAS OPEN

Andy Murray hits a return against David Goffin during the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California, on Wednesday,
TENNIS
Mar 7, 2024
Andy Murray makes winning start at Indian Wells
While he may never recover the form that saw him win three Grand Slam titles, the former world No. 1, now ranked 61st, looked dangerous on center court.
Naomi Osaka reacts during her match against Karolina Pliskova during the Qatar Open in Doha on Feb. 15.
TENNIS
Mar 7, 2024
Naomi Osaka says returning to Indian Wells feels like homecoming
Osaka said she is a "perfectionist" but added that she is trying not to be too hard on herself as she finds her feet after her maternity break.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 15, 2023
Coco Gauff survives Rebecca Peterson to reach Indian Wells quarters
Next up for the 19-year-old is a meeting with Belarusian second seed Aryna Sabalenka, who survived a second-set scare to beat 16th seed Barbora Krejcikova.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 20, 2022
Carlos Alcaraz underlines potential in defeat to Rafa Nadal
Nadal prevailed after an engrossing contest amid strong winds, but the 18-year-old Alcaraz showed why he is considered the future champion of the sport.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 18, 2022
Rafael Nadal outlasts Nick Kyrgios in thriller to advance at Indian Wells
Nadal managed to deliver in the match's biggest moments and maintain his composure as his opponent threw his racket and jawed with the chair umpire, fans and himself.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 15, 2022
Rafa Nadal: Players need to build resilience to deal with hecklers
The Spaniard's comments came after fellow Grand Slam winner Naomi Osaka was thrown off-balance by a heckler at the start of her second-round defeat at Indian Wells on Sunday.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 14, 2022
Andy Murray calls hecklers unfortunate part of sports after incident involving Naomi Osaka
'Obviously I feel for Naomi, that it upset her a lot but yeah, it's always been something that's been part of sport, I guess, as well,' Murray said.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 9, 2022
Rafa Nadal the man to beat as Naomi Osaka eyes return at Indian Wells
The Spaniard is the favorite in the men's tournament after winning his 21st major, while hopes are high for a comeback by Osaka after a turbulent 2021.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Oct 10, 2021
Kei Nishikori loses to Daniel Evans at BNP Paribas Open
The Japanese world No. 53 had won their past three meetings and looked ready to extend the streak in Indian Wells before Evans completed his comeback in the deciding set.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 14, 2019
Yoshihito Nishioka retires due to back pain in fourth round of BNP Paribas Open
Yoshihito Nishioka retired in his fourth-round match at the BNP Paribas Open on Wednesday due to back pain.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 10, 2018
Naomi Osaka whips Agnieszka Radwanska, advances to third round at BNP Paribas Open
Naomi Osaka beat former world No. 2 Agnieszka Radwanska 6-3, 6-2 in a singles match Friday to advance to the third round at the BNP Paribas Open.
Japan Times
TENNIS
Mar 6, 2014
Nara dispatches Kiick in BNP Paribas Open
Kurumi Nara, playing her first match since her maiden victory on the WTA Tour, advanced to the second round of the BNP Paribas Open on Wednesday.

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