From Tennis Now | @Tennis_Now | Friday, December 13, 2024
Photo: Matthew Calvis at the 2024 BNP Paribas Open
A decade of dominance puts Indian Wells in a class of its own.
For the tenth consecutive year, BNP Paribas Open has been voted ATP Masters 1000 and WTA 1000 Tournament of the Year.
Indian Wells extends a record of 10 consecutive years of winning the award which now spans an entire decade dating back to 2014.
Pegula: The Swiatek case inspires confidence and disappointment
In addition, Indian Wells was also recognized by the WTA in 2013, making it eleven consecutive years on the women’s tour and 15 overall.
“We are honored that for an incredible ten years in a row, ATP and WTA players have voted Indian Wells as the top 1000-level event on Tour,” said. Tour Director Tommy Haas. “This unprecedented achievement is a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence of our tournament staff and volunteers, as well as the dedicated support of our owner Larry Ellison, our sponsors, our fans and the many others who contribute to the success of our event. .”
The 2024 BNP Paribas Open saw a record 493,440 fans pass through the gates of the Indian Wells Tennis Garden over two weeks.
The event also featured a record purse as more than $19 million in cash was awarded to players across all draws. of Spain Carlos Alcaraz successfully defended his 2023 title to become back-to-back champions at Tennis Paradise, while Poland Iga Swiatek lifted the BNP Paribas Open women’s crown for her second career title in the desert.
Between the ATP/WTA draws and the FILA International Junior Championships, the 2024 event welcomed 500 players from 48 countries, marking a veritable two-week celebration of tennis at all levels. This included the debut of the BNP Paribas Open Mixed Doubles Invitational, setting the tone as the first mixed doubles competition to be held at a level 1000 event.
The BNP Paribas Open is loved by players, fans and the media for its unique tournament atmosphere. With world-class players competing against the stunning natural beauty and backdrop of the Coachella Valley, the event has become a must-see destination for tennis fans around the world. Unparalleled dining options; top-notch player facilities and amenities; and multiple practice courts that allow fans to get close to watching their favorite stars make the Indian Wells Tennis Garden one of the premier venues in all of sports.
The Masters 1000 designation is the highest tournament category on the ATP Tour outside of the tournament finals and includes tournaments in Miami, Monte Carlo, Madrid, Rome, Canada, Cincinnati, Shanghai and Paris, in addition to Indian Wells. The 1000 designation is also the highest tournament category on the WTA Tour outside of the tournament finals, including events in Doha, Dubai, Miami, Madrid, Rome, Canada, Cincinnati, Beijing and Wuhan in addition to Indian Wells.
The BNP Paribas Open 2025 will be held at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden from March 2 to 16.
