Medvedev Advances to Indian Wells Final After Three-Set Fight Against Paul

In a dramatic semifinal at the Indian Wells Masters, Daniil Medvedev defeated Tommy Paul in a three-set battle that swung momentum. Medvedev dropped the opening set 1-6, then stormed back with a tight second set that moved to a decisive tiebreak, which he captured, before sealing the win with a 6-2 third set. The match stretched for two hours and twenty-three minutes, showcasing Medvedev’s resilience and ability to turn pressure into victory. Across the encounter, Medvedev recorded two serves that missed the mark, three double faults, and fifteen unforced errors while converting five of ten break point chances to secure the win. This victory positioned him in the final, where he would face the world No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz, who had previously defeated Italian star Jannik Sinner. The highly anticipated final was scheduled for March 18.