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Carlos Alcaraz Preparing For Battle Against 'Ambitious' Opponent, Eyeing Three-Peat At Indian Wells

Two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is bracing for a tough semi-final test from "ambitious" British lefty Jack Draper on Saturday as he aims to take the next step toward a rare Indian Wells ATP Masters three-peat. The world number three from Spain is looking to join Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic as the only men to win three straight titles in the California desert. And despite his 3-1 record against Draper he won't be taking the world number 14 lightly. "I think he has a lot of rhythm, a lot of pace, great shots," Alcaraz said. "I think his style of play suits pretty well to these conditions.

Andreeva upsets Swiatek to reach Indian Wells final

INDIAN WELLS, California : Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva beat defending champion Iga Swiatek 7-6(1) 1-6 6-3 on Friday to reach the Indian Wells final for the first time as she sets her sights on back-to-back WTA 1000 titles.

Miami Mascot Subs In For Stanford Tree Performer Who Had To Use The Restroom

I don't think I ever realized how much camaraderie there is in the world of mascottery, but it seems like performers are always willing to lend a hand.

Sources -- NBA reviewing Thunder sitting 5 starters vs. Blazers - ESPN

The NBA is investigating the Oklahoma City Thunder for potentially violating the league's player participation policy, sources tell ESPN.

BNP Paribas renews title sponsorship with Indian Wells tournament through 2029

INDIAN WELLS, California : The tennis tournament in Indian Wells, California, will be officially called the BNP Paribas Open for at least the next five years after the French bank and event organizers announced a renewal of their title sponsorship deal on Friday.

Thomas cards record-tying 62, vaults into Players contention - ESPN

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. — The crowd assembled around the famous 17th hole at TPC Sawgrass stood in unison. Justin Thomas had just hit it to 18 feet on the island green — a satisfactory result — but it was what Thomas had crafted in the previous 16 holes that had fans all clamoring his name.

Friedrich leads 4-man world bobsleigh title race as weather takes its toll on Lake Placid track

Germany's Francesco Friedrich is well on his way to another world bobsleigh title.

10 perfect NFL free-agent signing fits: Justin Fields will shine in Big Apple

Finding perfect schematic and cultural fits is team builders' biggest challenge during the NFL's "Free Agent Frenzy" period. Evaluators must separate the performance and production to project how well a player will play in a new scheme. In addition, the coaching staff must understand how to unlock a marquee free agent's talents to help him realize his potential as a difference-maker on a new squad.

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Carlos Alcaraz Preparing For Battle Against 'Ambitious' Opponent, Eyeing Three-Peat At Indian Wells

Andreeva upsets Swiatek to reach Indian Wells final

Miami Mascot Subs In For Stanford Tree Performer Who Had To Use The Restroom

Sources -- NBA reviewing Thunder sitting 5 starters vs. Blazers - ESPN

BNP Paribas renews title sponsorship with Indian Wells tournament through 2029

Thomas cards record-tying 62, vaults into Players contention - ESPN

Friedrich leads 4-man world bobsleigh title race as weather takes its toll on Lake Placid track

10 perfect NFL free-agent signing fits: Justin Fields will shine in Big Apple