Top-seeded Alcaraz opens the 2026 Indian Wells Open against Dimitrov or qualifier Atmane, with Djokovic, Fritz, Sinner, and Shelton in key matchups.

Top-seeded Carlos Alcaraz opens the 2026 Indian Wells Open against either Grigor Dimitrov or qualifier Terence Atmane, with five-time champion Novak Djokovic in his half of the draw. Djokovic, seeking his 102nd tour-level title, begins against either Kamil Majchrzak or Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard. Seventh seed Taylor Fritz, the 2022 champion, is also in Djokovic’s quarter. Second seed Jannik Sinner, aiming for his first Indian Wells title, faces American Ben Shelton, who recently won Dallas, in a potential quarterfinal clash. The draw sets up high-stakes matchups, including possible semifinals between Alcaraz and Djokovic, and Sinner versus Shelton.