Indian Wells: Auger-Aliassime Advances
Felix Auger-Aliassime advanced to the Elite 8 at Indian Wells, showing "exceptional shot-making" against Arthur Fils [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AFxNvPAGRnM].
Auger-Aliassime's quarterfinal opponent will be Carlos Alcaraz, in a rematch of their 2023 Indian Wells encounter. Alcaraz defeated Auger-Aliassime in straight sets that year. Alcaraz is the world's number two ranked player. Auger-Aliassime is currently ranked 31st. Auger-Aliassime has struggled this season, with his victory over Fils being only his second in a Masters 1000 event this year. He had a strong 2022 season, reaching a career-high ranking of world number six.
