The Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament has reached its thrilling semifinal stage, with Carlos Alcaraz, Daniil Medvedev, Jack Draper, and Holger Rune preparing for their highly anticipated matches. These four players, each bringing their unique style and strengths, have been hard at work on the practice courts, fine-tuning their games for what promises to be an electrifying day of tennis.
Carlos Alcaraz, the two-time defending champion, is on a mission to secure a historic third consecutive title at Indian Wells. The 21-year-old Spaniard has been in scintillating form, showcasing his powerful groundstrokes and exceptional court coverage. Alcaraz has been focusing on maintaining his rhythm and precision as he prepares to face Jack Draper in the semifinals. With a 3-1 head-to-head record against Draper, Alcaraz remains cautious, acknowledging the British left-hander’s recent surge in form.
Jack Draper, making his first appearance in a Masters 1000 semifinal, has been the breakout star of the tournament. The 23-year-old Briton has impressed with his aggressive baseline play and powerful serve, defeating top players like Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton en route to the last four. Draper’s training sessions have emphasized consistency and adaptability, as he aims to challenge Alcaraz and continue his remarkable run.
On the other side of the draw, Daniil Medvedev is seeking to reach his third consecutive Indian Wells final. The 29-year-old Russian has relied on his tactical brilliance and defensive skills to navigate a challenging draw. Medvedev’s preparation has focused on sharpening his return game and exploiting his opponent’s weaknesses. He faces Holger Rune in the semifinals, a player he has defeated twice in their three previous encounters.
Holger Rune, the dynamic 21-year-old Dane, has been a force to be reckoned with in the tournament. Known for his explosive shot-making and fearless approach, Rune has been working on refining his strategy and maintaining his composure under pressure. His semifinal clash with Medvedev promises to be a fascinating battle of contrasting styles.
As the players gear up for their matches, the atmosphere at Indian Wells is electric. Fans are eagerly anticipating the semifinals, which feature a mix of established stars and rising talents. With so much at stake, the stage is set for a day of unforgettable tennis action. Whether it’s Alcaraz’s quest for history, Draper’s breakthrough moment, Medvedev’s pursuit of redemption, or Rune’s bid for glory, the semifinals are sure to deliver drama, excitement, and high-quality tennis.
Alcaraz in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2025
LWWWWLWWWW Ranked world no.3, Carlos has managed to achieve a 15-2 record in 2025. The Spaniard is currently playing in Indian Wells where he bested Unknown Player bye, the world no.59 Quentin Halys 6-4 6-2, the world no.28 Denis Shapovalov 6-2 6-4, the world no.15 Grigor Dimitrov 6-1 6-1 and the world no.26 Francisco Cerundolo 6-3 7-6(4).
Carlos Alcaraz will play the world no.14 Jack Draper in the semifinal on Saturday at 4:00 pm on Stadium 1. Their actual record is 3-1 for Alcaraz.
Carlos conquered 1 title in 2025 in Rotterdam.
Alcaraz won 18 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Medvedev in Indian Wells, ranking, and results in 2025
LWWWWLWWLW Now the world no.6, the Russian achieved a compiled 12-5 win-loss record in 2025. Medvedev is competing in Indian Wells where he bested Unknown Player bye, the world no.71 Bu Yunchaokete 6-2 6-2, the world no.32 Alex Michelsen 2-0 ret., the world no.11 Tommy Paul 6-4 6-0 and the world no.21 Arthur Fils 6-4 2-6 7-6(7).
Daniil Medvedev will play the world no.13 Holger Rune in the semifinal on Saturday at 1:30 pm on Stadium 1. Their head to head is 2-1 for Medvedev.
The Russian won 20 titles in his career: 10 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
Medvedev is scheduled to compete next in Miami (Miami Open). He will begin to play the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 17th of March.
Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev fought against each other 8 times. Their actual head to head record is 6-2 for Alcaraz.
