Overview

• Madison Keys, fresh from her Australian Open victory, revealed the mental and emotional challenges of achieving her first Grand Slam title after years of pressure and therapy.
• Keys emphasized staying grounded and valuing her character over achievements, stating she wouldn't compromise her values for success in tennis.
• At Indian Wells, Keys began her campaign with a dominant win over Anastasia Potapova, extending her winning streak to 13 matches.
• Novak Djokovic was defeated by Botic van de Zandschulp in the second round at Indian Wells, marking Djokovic's third consecutive loss for the first time since 2018.
• Van de Zandschulp, a 'lucky loser' from qualifying, delivered a standout performance, capitalizing on Djokovic's 37 unforced errors to secure the upset victory.