For those who weren’t lucky enough to get tickets for tomorrow’s night all-star “Hit for Haiti” charity event at Indian Wells, or for those without T.V., you can still watch a live stream of the event online. Read More…
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Unlike the women’s draw which has some notable absences, the men’s draw for Indian Wells this year is packed. Missing from action are Juan Martin Del Potro and Fernando Gonzalez, but it won’t be easy for anyone to claim the coveted title in the heart of the desert.
Yes, Roger Federer is playing after rumors and reports by “confirmed sources” that he wouldn’t. How he really is healthwise we won’t know until his second round match against Victor Hanescu or Juan Ignacio Chela. I don’t see anybody that could really trouble Federer in his section at all except maybe Marcos Baghdatis. Read More…
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With Serena Williams and sister Venus not playing Indian Wells again this year, everyone’s favorite wildcard Justine Henin would appear to be the favorite. But the women’s draw is again wide open and could offer a few surprises along the way. Read More…
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I love Palm Springs and the High Desert area of California. As someone said to me on a recent visit, “This is where one goes to relax and contemplate on what the hell is going on with your life.” Because of this, I’m certain many ATP and WTA pros staying in Indian Wells next week will be doing exactly that.
Tennis Magazine recently listed Indian Wells as one of the top 10 events you haven’t been to and with good reason. Even if you live in L.A. like I do, it’s a two hour drive (without traffic) down the fierce I-10 freeway. Once in Indian Wells, there’s not much to do after dark except watch the sun go down over the majestic desert mountains. It’s definitely a destination event since, if you decide to go, you go for the tennis, and not much else. So for the players, there’s not much to do but focus on their tennis. Which can either be inspiring or terrifying depending on who you ask. Read More…
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