Indian Wells
Indian Wells is a small, upscale city in the Coachella Valley of Southern California, known for its luxury resorts, golf courses, and as a premier destination for tennis fans. It has a warm desert climate, with palm-lined streets, scenic mountain backdrops, and a relaxed yet refined atmosphere.
Indian Wells ("Tennis Paradise")
A more relaxed, intimate, and scenic setting in the California desert, surrounded by mountains.
The spacious layout allows fans to easily move between courts and enjoy a less hectic environment.
It attracts a more tennis-purist crowd, including older fans, snowbirds, and luxury travelers.
Players love the slower courts, warm weather, and excellent facilities, making it a "vacation" tournament for many.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden
The Indian Wells Tennis Garden (IWTG) is the iconic venue that hosts the BNP Paribas Open, one of the most prestigious tournaments outside of the four Grand Slams. Here’s what makes it special:
Stadium 1: The main stadium has a seating capacity of over 16,000, making it the second-largest tennis stadium in the world (after Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York). It provides excellent sightlines and an intimate fan experience.
Stadium 2: This 8,000-seat stadium features high-end dining options, including Nobu, offering a unique combination of tennis and fine dining.
World-Class Facilities: The complex spans 54 acres, featuring 29 courts, including practice courts where fans can watch top players up close.
Fan-Friendly Atmosphere: Unlike some tournaments, Indian Wells is known for its spacious grounds, relaxed vibe, and accessibility to players during practice sessions.
Technology & Innovation: The venue embraces high-tech advancements, such as Hawk-Eye line calling and video screens across the complex.
The BNP Paribas Open, often called the "Fifth Grand Slam", attracts top-ranked ATP and WTA players and is a favorite among both players and fans due to its stunning setting, flawless organization, and high-quality competition.
Tennis Experience for the year 2025
We were here three years ago and got to see Janik Sinner and Alcaraz playing on smaller courts. At that time, we were lucky to get close without coughing out a more pricy tickets. Nowadays, you don’t get to see them playing on smaller courts. This time, Janik is still under suspension. My friends shelled out extra an 125.00 dollars to watch Alcaraz in Stadium 1.
We were there early and right before the first match and we looked around the practice court which is a great place to get close to professional players and that’s the place to be to check out players up close. We got to see Casper Ruud, Iga Swiatek, Coco, Mira, Medvedev, Pegula, etc.