The BNP Paribas Open has returned for 2025, coming off of what could be considered one of the most significant tournaments in the event’s recent history.
The tournament hosted a record crowd of 493,440 for the two-week event, which began this year on March 2 and runs until March 16. The tournament introduced a new BNP Paribas Open digital app and the Indian Wells Tennis Garden revamped its entire food and drink offerings.
The event remains the largest two-week combined WTA and ATP tournament outside of the four Grand Slams.
Here’s what you need to know before you go:
Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz, Jacob Fearnley, Camila Osorio: Which players will you see at the BNP Paribas Open 2025?
Expect the field to once again be packed with many of the biggest stars in tennis. Novak Djokovic, the iconic 24-time Grand Slam champion, is expected to return. Since last year’s tournament, which was Djokovic’s first at Indian Wells since 2019, Djokovic won the gold metal in men’s tennis at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Joining Djokovic in the men’s draw will be back-to-back champion Carlos Alcaraz, who is aiming to the be just the third player (after Djokovic and Roger Federer) to win three consecutive BNP Paribas Open titles.
Other stars to expect: Iga Świątek, Aryna Sabalenka, Madison Keys, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, Taylor Fritz, Tommy Paul and Ben Shelton.
Where is the BNP Paribas Open 2025?
All matches will be played at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden at 78-200 Miles Ave., Indian Wells.
BNP Paribas Open tickets
To purchase tickets online, visit bnpparibasopen.com/tickets.
To purchase tickets over the phone, call 1-800-999-1585 from Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Indian Wells Tennis Garden parking
General and ADA parking off of Miles Avenue is free.
Valet parking is accessed from Washington Street through Gate 2 on the West side of the venue. This service is only available for Front Box and Club Suites Series ticket holders.
General and ADA parking off of Miles Avenue is free.
Valet parking is accessed from Washington Street through Gate 2 on the West side of the venue. This service is only available for Front Box and Club Suites Series ticket holders.
BNP Paribas Open schedule
*Qualifying starts at 10 a.m. on March 2, 3 and 4. All other day sessions begin at 11 a.m.; evening sessions begin at 6 p.m.
Sunday, March 2: Gates open at 9 a.m. Women’s qualifying begins at 10 a.m.
Monday, March 3: Gates open at 9 a.m. Women’s and men’s qualifying begins at 10 a.m. Admission is $10, with all proceeds to benefit The Champions Volunteer Foundation.
Tuesday, March 4: Gates open at 9 a.m. Women’s and men’s qualifying continues at 10 a.m. Admission is $10, with all proceeds to benefit The Champions Volunteer Foundation.
Wednesday, March 5: Men’s and Women’s first round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Thursday, March 6: Men’s and Women’s first round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Friday, March 7: Men’s and Women’s second round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Saturday, March 8: Men’s and Women’s second round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day starts at 11 a.m.
Sunday, March 9 Men’s and Women’s third round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day starts at 11 a.m.
Monday, March 10: Men’s and Women’s third round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Tuesday, March 11: Men’s and Women’s fourth round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Wednesday, March 12: Men’s and Women’s fourth round. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Thursday, March 13: Men’s and Women’s quarterfinals. Gates open at 10 a.m.; day session starts at 11 a.m.
Friday, March 14: Women’s semifinals/Men’s doubles finals. Gates open at 10 a.m.; session starts at 11 a.m.
Saturday, March 15: Men’s semifinals/Women’s doubles finals. Gates open at 10 a.m.; session starts at 11 a.m.
Sunday, March 16: Men’s/Women’s finals. Gates open at 10 a.m.; session starts at 11 a.m.
Can I watch the BNP Paribas Open 2025 on Tennis Channel?
Matches will be televised live on Tennis Channel. You may also stream matches live on the Tennis TV app or via Tennis Channel Plus. Daily coverage will begin at 10 a.m. throughout the tournament starting on Wednesday, March 5, with Tennis Channel Live, following by live matches at 11 a.m. with the exception of Friday, March 14, which begins at 2 p.m.
BNP Paribas Open 2025 live music schedule
Live music performances will keep fans entertained each day at the tournament’s Village Stage, located in the heart of the venue, between Stadiums 1 and 2.
New BNP Paribas Open 2025 mobile app features livestreaming
Livestreaming of all main draw matches will be available via the Official BNP Paribas Open mobile app to fans on-site at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden, as well as via Tennis Channel Plus, which will make all matches available on demand upon their conclusion. In addition, all ATP Tour matches will be available to livestream on the Tennis TV website and apps. International fans hoping to catch the action of the BNP Paribas Open can visit the tournament website for a full list of international broadcasters.
Andrew John covers the BNP Paribas Open for The Desert Sun and the USA TODAY Network. Email him at [email protected].
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