Gael Monfils, Jennifer Brady Among Indian Wells 2026 Wild Cards
Gaël Monfils and Venus Williams headline the Indian Wells 2026 wild cards announced for the BNP Paribas Open main draw.
Tournament officials confirmed the ATP and WTA wild card selections, adding veteran names, former Grand Slam champions, and several American prospects to the field in the desert.
Men’s Indian Wells Wild Cards
- Gaël Monfils
- Michael Zheng
- Rafael Jodar
- Martin Damm Jr.
- Zachary Svajda
Monfils joins a group that leans toward younger talent, particularly from the United States, as the tournament continues its tradition of supporting emerging players with main draw opportunities.
Women’s Indian Wells Wild Cards
- Sloane Stephens
- Bianca Andreescu
- Dona Vekić
- Jennifer Brady
- Lilli Tagger
- Alycia Parks
- Katie Volynets
Williams anchors a women’s list that features multiple former major champions and established tour players alongside emerging American names.
The Indian Wells 2026 wild cards complete the initial main draw picture ahead of Monday’s tournament official draw release.
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