The , officially the BNP Paribas Open , is one of the most prestigious professional tennis tournaments outside of the four Grand Slams. Often referred to as "Tennis Paradise" due to its serene setting in the Coachella Valley, it is a WTA 1000 event held annually in March at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in Southern California. Tournament Overview and Status
Indian Wells is the first leg of the a feat achieved by winning both this tournament and the subsequent Miami Open back-to-back. It is historically the most-attended tennis event in the world aside from the majors, recording a record attendance of over 493,000 in 2024. WTA Indian Wells
Outdoor hard courts (specifically Laykold as of 2025). Draw Size: 96 singles players and 32 doubles teams. The , officially the BNP Paribas Open ,
1,000 points are awarded to the singles and doubles champions. Historical Significance BNP Paribas Open 2026 Overview | WTA Official It is historically the most-attended tennis event in