Swiatek's Redemption and Alcaraz's Dazzling Performance in Indian Wells

Iga Swiatek avenged her Paris Olympics loss by defeating Zheng Qinwen in the Indian Wells quarterfinals. She advances to play 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva, while Carlos Alcaraz overcame a deficit to defeat Francisco Cerundolo in the men's draw. Swiatek aims for redemption, and Alcaraz continues to delight fans.

Iga Swiatek, a two-time Indian Wells champion, avenged her unexpected Paris Olympics loss to Zheng Qinwen with a decisive 6-3, 6-3 victory, earning her a semifinal spot against 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva. The match, marked by interruptions to dry the court, saw Swiatek convert all five break points.

Meanwhile, in the men's draw, Carlos Alcaraz captivated audiences with his acrobatic displays under the bright lights, overcoming an early 4-1 deficit to defeat Francisco Cerundolo 6-3, 7-6(4). The win marked his 16th consecutive victory in the desert, leading him to hint humorously at making Indian Wells his second home.

In other highlights, Aryna Sabalenka redeemed herself with a stunning backhanded winner on match point, while Daniil Medvedev celebrated exuberantly after a tense win against Arthur Fils. The tournament continues to offer dramatic showdowns and thrilling matches, capturing the attention of tennis enthusiasts worldwide.

(With inputs from agencies.)