Alcaraz Defeats Medvedev to Defend His Indian Wells Title. Swiatek Beats Sakkari for Women’s Title

Carlos Alcaraz of Spain holds his winners trophy at the media photocall after his straight sets victory against Daniil Medvedev in the Men's Final during the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif., on March 17, 2024. Clive Brunskill/Getty Images

INDIAN WELLS, Calif.—Carlos Alcaraz arrived at Indian Wells full of doubt about his twisted right ankle. He’s leaving as a two-time champion.

He defeated Daniil Medvedev 7–6 (5), 6–1 for the second straight year in the BNP Paribas Open final on Sunday, March 17, earning his first title since winning Wimbledon last year.