Carlos Alcaraz 'didn't understand' major Indian Wells change

Carlos Alcaraz and his team have changed their opinion on Indian Wells' surface
In recent days, an incessant debate has begun over the Indian Wells tournament organizers' decision to change surface after 25 years. According to the first rumors, the courts should have become more similar to those of the Miami Open and the US Open (faster and with lower bounces than in past editions).
Carlos Alcaraz questions why Indian Wells resurfaced courts now
The weather conditions could still play a factor, but players can expect a lower bounce and faster courts this year. It came as a major surprise to players, including ATP World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz. According to The Tennis Letter, Alcaraz gave an honest answer when asked how the resurfaced hard court would impact his game.
Indian Wells new surface: How Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek, and other players reacted to sudden change
The Indian Wells will have a new surface starting in 2025. The organizers announced a new partnership with sports surface provider Laykold.
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Carlos Alcaraz, a two-time defending champion at Indian Wells, said the absence of world No. 1 Jannik Sinner "didn't change [anything] at all."
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Alcaraz confused by new court surfaces at Indian Wells
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz doesn't understand why the courts have been resurfaced at the ATP Masters 1000 tournament in Southern California.
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Quote of the Day: Players divided on new Indian Wells surface
Faster? Slower? The jury is still out as Carlos Alcaraz, Iga Swiatek and more adapt to the new surface from Laykold.
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After 25 years with Plexipave, Indian Wells have announced a change in surface supplier. The new Laykold courts is expected ...
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