Alcaraz, Djokovic Set for Potential Indian Wells Quarterfinal Showdown

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic could potentially face each other in the quarter-finals of the Indian Wells Open, adding to their already intense rivalry after Djokovic's victory over Alcaraz at the Australian Open. Djokovic, who received a first-round bye, is looking to overcome recent injury concerns, with his first match against either a qualifier or Nick Kyrgios. The draw also highlights German top seed Alexander Zverev's chance to meet Stefanos Tsitsipas and Taylor Fritz potentially clashing with Andrey Rublev in the quarter-finals. On the women's side, defending champion Iga Swiatek is on a collision course with Zheng Qinwen, and Aryna Sabalenka aims to rebound from earlier tournament exits. Additionally, a possible all-American quarter-final featuring Coco Gauff and Madison Keys is anticipated, aiming to break a 24-year title drought for American women at the event. The tournament begins on Wednesday in California.