Indian Wells 2024: What Is the Eisenhower Cup? Everything to Know About This Tie-Break Tens’ Tennis Event

Indian Wells 2024: What Is the Eisenhower Cup? Everything to Know About This Tie-Break Tens’ Tennis Event

March 4, 2024

Set, match, game! With each ace and rally telling a riveting story of skill, passion, and victory, the Eisenhower Cup tennis match features a battle of champions. Now that the Eisenhower Cup is returning to Indian Wells for its fifth iteration, the biggest question is what purpose this trophy holds. Let’s take a look at the detailed structure of the Tie Break Tens event.

As the American Swing is all set to start in just a few days, players from all around the globe are getting ready for the big event. While they will compete individually for a single title, the Eisenhower Cup is like the cherry on top for professional tennis players.

Dive deep into the Eisenhower Cup clash

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This year, top-ranked ATP and WTA tennis players will gather together, compete in the Tie Break Tens event for a day, and fight for the 2024 Eisenhower Cup presented by Masimo. The one-night event will feature a mixed doubles format and will be held on March 5 in Stadium 2, at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden.

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The event has a thrilling Tie Break Tens format that is known for its frantic and vibrant style. It consists of eight-team single-elimination draw matches with a first-to-ten-point tiebreaker. There will be seven scheduled matches, all of which should provide exciting moments on the court and fierce combat.

The top pairing that will participate in the event 

Leading the way is Iga Swiatek, the top-ranked player, teaming with Hubert Hurkacz, the eighth-ranked player in the ATP. In close pursuit of the title is Aryna Sabalenka, the runner-up in the WTA rankings, who will team up with Taylor Fritz. Alongside Holger Rune, Caroline Wozniacki, a former Australian Open champion in 2018, will contribute her experience to the court.

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Excitement will be increased by the pairing of World No. 5 Andrey Rublev and 2023 BNP Paribas Open Champion Elena Rybakina, who will create a formidable duo. Furthermore, fierce opposition is promised by Tommy Paul, ranked 14th, and Jessica Pegula, ranked fifth. Together, Frances Tiafoe and Qinwen Zheng will demonstrate their skills on the court.

Emma Navarro and Ben Shelton, who are ready to make an impact, complete the lineup. Paula Badosa, the 2021 BNP Paribas Open Champion, and Stefanos Tsitsipas, ranked 11th in the world, round out the strong field. Subsequently, to watch the event live, tickets are available on the official website of the tournament, starting at $50, with free parking space provided for every tennis fan wanting to witness the mixed doubles magic live.

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