Indian Wells 2026 Live Results — Medvedev Beats Draper, Rybakina Tops Pegula, Alcaraz vs. Norrie Live Now
The BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells is delivering drama on both the ATP and WTA sides on Thursday night and into Friday morning. Here is the full live update from the desert.
Daniil Medvedev Defeats Jack Draper — ATP Indian Wells
Daniil Medvedev took down British No. 1 Jack Draper in straight sets on Thursday night, winning 6–1, 7–5 to advance in the ATP Indian Wells draw. Draper had been one of the most talked-about players heading into the tournament but Medvedev was clinical throughout, winning the first set in dominant fashion before holding off a second-set fightback from the Brit.
Medvedev was untouchable on his serve in the first set and mixed pace brilliantly to frustrate Draper across the entire match.
Elena Rybakina Defeats Jessica Pegula — WTA Indian Wells
Elena Rybakina eliminated American Jessica Pegula from the WTA Indian Wells draw, winning 6–1, 7–6 in a match that was far tighter than the scoreline suggests. Pegula pushed back hard in the second set and forced a tiebreak before Rybakina closed it out with her trademark power and precision.
Carlos Alcaraz vs. Cameron Norrie — LIVE Right Now
The biggest match of the night is happening right now. Carlos Alcaraz is facing Cameron Norrie in the ATP Indian Wells third round, with Alcaraz currently leading 4–2 in the first set. The reigning Indian Wells champion is expected to advance but Norrie, who has historically performed well in California, is not going away quietly.
Indian Wells 2026 — Key Results and Schedule at a Glance
| Match | Result/Status | Tournament |
|---|---|---|
| Medvedev def. Draper | 6–1, 7–5 | ATP Indian Wells |
| Rybakina def. Pegula | 6–1, 7–6 | WTA Indian Wells |
| Alcaraz vs. Norrie | LIVE — Alcaraz leads 4–2 | ATP Indian Wells |
The BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells continues through Sunday, March 22, 2026, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California, with all matches streaming live on Tennis Channel and ESPN+.
