Alcaraz equals Nadal’s record at Indian Wells, taking advantage of Zverev’s early exit.
Alcaraz equals Nadal’s record
Alcaraz’s run at Indian Wells this year got off to an exciting start when he easily overcame Quentin Halys in the second round with a convincing win on March 9.
Carlos Alcaraz continues to prove that he is one of the most formidable players in the world today, extending his winning streak at Indian Wells to 13 matches. He became the second youngest player in history to reach 30 victories in the “Sunshine Double” (winning two Masters 1000 tournaments in the US including the Indian Wells Masters and Miami Open), after Rafael Nadal.
Alcaraz did this at the age of 21 years and 309 days, while Nadal was 21 years and 304 days.
The Spaniard’s dominance at this tournament continues to be consolidated as he aims for a third consecutive title, a milestone only Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer have achieved.
But that’s not all, the tournament landscape has significantly expanded for Alcaraz when Alexander Zverev unexpectedly crashed out early. This not only helps him get closer to defending his title but also gives him the opportunity to close the gap in the ATP rankings.
Zverev falls, Alcaraz seizes the opportunity
Zverev, who was a strong candidate at Indian Wells this year, disappointed when he was eliminated in the second round by Tallon Griekspoor. The German, despite reaching the final of the 2025 Australian Open, has shown a significant decline in form recently. The early exit at Indian Wells means Zverev lost 200 ATP points, opening up a golden opportunity for Alcaraz to close the gap in the rankings.
If he continues to maintain his form and successfully defends his title at Indian Wells, the 21-year-old will only be 425 points behind Zverev in the ATP rankings. This is a huge motivation for him as he continues to fight at the Miami Open, where he can earn more important points.
After beating Quentin Halys, Alcaraz will face Denis Shapovalov, a promising player who is finding his form after a period of decline. The Canadian has started the 2025 season very positively, even winning the title in Dallas in February. If Alcaraz is not careful, he could have a hard time against Shapovalov’s dynamic and explosive play.
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