Here is how the Masters 1000 in Indian Wells will be, with Alcaraz as the rival to beat

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There are only four days left until the first Masters 1000 of the year, the Indian Wells, where Carlos Alcaraz is a top contender as he enters with an unbeaten status in 2026, consecutively winning the Australian Open and the ATP Doha. For this reason, today we analyze the schedule, timetables, prize money, and main contenders to win one of the best tournaments on the circuit.

'Tennis paradise,' as Indian Wells is known, rarely disappoints year after year. Set in the Coachella Valley, these facilities are synonymous with spectacle season after season, especially this time as Carlos Alcaraz arrives with sky-high morale and the chance to claim his third title here. Additionally, the other two tough opponents on the circuit, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic, will also be present, along with Jack Draper who, despite returning from a serious injury, comes in as the defending champion.

These are the details to consider for the Indian Wells 2026 Masters 1000

Schedule and Timetables

From Wednesday, March 4, to Sunday, March 15, the tournament featuring 96 players will take place. Non-seeded players will need to win seven matches to be crowned champion, while the top 32 players will receive a bye in the first round. Each day will begin activities at 8:00 p.m. in Spain (11:00 local time), with a night session starting at 3:00 a.m. in Spain (6:00 p.m. in Indian Wells). Both semifinals will be held on Saturday, March 14, starting at 10:30 p.m. Spanish time. The final will take place on Sunday, March 15 at 11:00 p.m. in Spain.

Seeds, Potential Matchups, and When Alcaraz, Sinner, and Djokovic Will Play

Given that there are 32 seeded players, they will not cross paths until the third round, although they may encounter rising hidden talents along the way in the early rounds. Sebastian Korda, Arthur Fils, Ugo Humbert, or Joao Fonseca are some names the higher-ranked players should watch out for in a second round that is expected to be challenging for everyone.

The draw will be conducted this Monday, March 2, starting at midnight in Spain (3:00 p.m. in Indian Wells). Despite the tournament beginning just two days later, Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, and Novak Djokovic, top contenders for the title, will not debut until Friday, March 6, or Saturday, March 7, when the second round begins, with the Serbian likely facing the Spanish or Italian player if they all advance smoothly.

1. Carlos Alcaraz
2. Jannik Sinner
3. Novak Djokovic
4. Alexander Zverev
5. Lorenzo Musetti
6. Alex de Miñaur
7. Taylor Fritz
8. Felix Auger-Aliassime
9. Ben Shelton
10. Alexander Bublik
11. Daniil Medvedev
12. Casper Ruud
13. Jack Draper
14. Andrey Rublev
15. Alejandro Davidovich Fokina
16. Jakub Mensik
17. Karen Khachanov
18. Francisco Cerúndolo
19. Flavio Cobolli
20. Jiri Lehecka
21. Tommy Paul
22. Luciano Darderi
23. Learner Tien
24. Denis Shapovalov
25. Cameron Norrie
26. Valentin Vacherot
27. Tomas Machac
28. Tallon Griekspoor
29. Frances Tiafoe
30. Arthur Rinderknech
31. Brandon Nakashima
32. Stefanos Tsitsipas

Prize Money and ATP Ranking Points

For the first 2026 Masters 1000, the total prize money will be $9,415,725, although there has been some controversy due to a reduction compared to other seasons in the singles and doubles main draws. However, there has been a threefold increase in the mixed doubles draw, aiming to attract big names to give more visibility to this format.

• R1: $24,335 / 10 points
• R2: $36,110 / 30 points
• R3: $61,865 / 50 points
• Round of 16: $105,720 / 100 points
• Quarterfinals: $193,645 / 200 points
• Semifinal: $340,190 / 400 points
• Runner-up: $612,340 / 650 points
• Champion: $1,151,380 / 1,000 points

Top Favorites for the Title

Undoubtedly, the leading contender to win the Indian Wells 2026 Masters 1000 due to his current form is Carlos Alcaraz. Additionally, the world number one has previously triumphed in Indian Wells twice (2023 and 2024). Nevertheless, close attention should also be paid to Jannik Sinner, who despite a period of uncertainty, remains a contender in any tournament he enters. Furthermore, the form and motivation of Novak Djokovic following his final appearance at the Australian Open should not be overlooked, along with the condition in which Jack Draper (the defending champion) returns after an injury that sidelined him for half the circuit.

Where to Watch Carlos Alcaraz Live in the 2026 Indian Wells Masters 1000

The matches featuring Carlos Alcaraz in the Indian Wells 2026 Masters 1000 can be watched live in Spain on Movistar+, either on channel 7 or #Vamos, and through some of the Deportes+ package channels, as well as the other matches involving title contenders and those in the final rounds. Additionally, TennisTV will stream everything through its subscription service, accessible on any device from anywhere in the world.

You can follow the Indian Wells 2026 Masters 1000 tournament live via the streaming service offered by Bet365. Simply open an account and make a minimum first deposit of €5. From that point, you will have immediate access to all matches in the 'Live' section, without the need to place bets. Furthermore, you can watch from any device.

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