Indian Wells Kicks Off

Posted by Kelly on Wednesday, March 7, 2007@ 7:29 pm   

In looking at the schedule for Indian Wells, a couple points jump out:

1. Being a resident of Indian Wells has serious perks:

Sony Ericsson WTA Main Draw – Monday, March 5
Free Admission at the gates to watch the WTA Qualifying Rounds

ATP Main Draw – Tuesday, March 6
Free Admission at the gates to watch the WTA Qualifying Rounds

City of Indian Wells Residents’ Day – Thursday, March 8
Residents of Indian Wells receive complimentary tickets to a full-day of matches. 

2. The well-known camera manufacturer’s campaign at Indian Wells creeps me out a bit:

Canon Maria Look-alikes – March 9-11 & 16-18
Join the Canon PowerShot team by celebrating one of the most loved champions in tennis today.  Maria Sharapova look-alikes will be canvassing the Tennis Garden grounds.  Stop them and say hello or simply get your picture taken with them.

Stay tuned for more Indian Wells drama, will it be Federer and Sharapova? Or Williams and Hewitt?



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2 Responses to 'Indian Wells Kicks Off'

  1. Linus - March 8th, 2007 at 9:13 am

    Those are incredible perks! Wow. One time in my life I wish I lived in California. I am really hoping to catch one or both of the WTA events this summer in CT–especially if you can see the qualies free.

    I don’t believe Williams (V or S) is playing this tournament. I looked in the draw and didn’t see either.

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    I sure hope it’s not Maria. I’d like to see one of the women who has not broken through in a tier 1 win it–like Hantuchova, who’s been playing well lately, or Jelena, who seems to have peaked too early, or Peer, my new fave of the not-yet-ready-for-prime-time players, or Chakvedadze who has also been making a little noise, or Vaidisova who has been very quiet of late.

    New Blood! New Blood! Shake up the women’s game a bit–we need some upsets. No more status quo! Up with the upstarts!!!

  2. jim west - March 14th, 2007 at 11:55 am

    I’m thinking of seeing a match at Indian Wells this week. I’ve never been. Anyone have any tips fo getting decent seats/tickets for a reasonable price? The box office prices online are a bit steep for me. Also, any general tips? (parking, food, etc.). Thanks anyone.


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