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Madison Keys Extends Winning Streak to 16, Reaches Indian Wells Semifinals

Keys, riding high after her Australian Open triumph, is set to face Aryna Sabalenka in a rematch of their Grand Slam final.

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Mar 12, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Carlos Alcaraz (ESP) hits a shot as he defeated Grigor Dimitrov (not pictured) in his fourth round match of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
Mar 13, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Mirra Andreeva (RUS) reacts as she won her semi-final match defeating Elina Svitolina (not pictured) of the BNP Paribas Open at the Indian Well Tennis Garden.
Mar 8, 2025; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Belinda Bencic (SUI) hits a ball against Amanda Anisimova (USA) at Indian Well Tennis Garden. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Madison Keys has achieved a career-best 16-match winning streak, following her victory over Belinda Bencic at Indian Wells, marking her first semifinal appearance at the tournament.
  • Keys’ resurgence this season includes winning the Australian Open, her first Grand Slam title, and the Adelaide International, propelling her to World No. 5 in the rankings.
  • She attributes her success to increased maturity, tactical adjustments, and support from her team, including her coach and therapist, which have bolstered her mental and physical resilience.
  • Keys will face World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the Indian Wells semifinals, a rematch of their Australian Open final, where Keys emerged victorious in a tight three-set match.
  • The other semifinal features defending champion Iga Swiatek, who has reached the Indian Wells semifinals for the fourth straight year, and rising star Mirra Andreeva, who is on a 10-match WTA 1000 winning streak.