First Round
Predictions vary for ATP Indian Wells opening matches
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The ATP Masters 1000 Indian Wells tournament begins on March 4, 2026, with first-round action featuring experienced players against rising talents. Analysts provide predictions for key matchups on days 1 and 2, highlighting head-to-head records and recent form. Bets focus on value in close contests amid the slower hard-court conditions.
Jose Maria Olazábal, the 60-year-old two-time Masters champion, held the lead early in the first round at Augusta National on Thursday. He started with birdies on holes 2 and 3 but finished with a 2-over 74. Olazábal noted the shock among players and fans as he topped the leaderboard momentarily.
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Rory McIlroy shot a 5-under 66 to tie Jacob Bridgeman for the lead after the first round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. The tournament, marking its 100th year, faced a three-hour rain delay before resuming. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler struggled with a 4-over front nine, sitting near the bottom of the leaderboard.
Frances Tiafoe secured a straight-sets victory over Jason Kubler at the Australian Open, marking a strong start to the 2026 tournament. The American, ranked No. 34, overcame recent poor form with a clinical performance lasting just over two hours. His win advances him to face Francisco Comesaña in the second round.
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Emma Raducanu advanced to the second round of the 2026 Australian Open with a 6-4, 6-1 victory over Mananchaya Sawangkaew, despite a brief confrontation with the umpire over a flickering light. The British No. 28 seed came from behind in the first set and maintained her perfect first-round record at the tournament. She now faces Anastasia Potapova in the next round.