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Indian Wells 2024: Emma Raducanu, Alexander Zverev, and Grigor Dimitrov Hit With Kids in Adorable Scenes

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The Indian Wells Masters is more than just a tennis tournament! While the 2024 edition of the tournament is just a few days away, they recently celebrated Family Day, giving kids an opportunity to play with professional tennis players. Recently, a lot of WTA and ATP stars, including Emma Raducanu, Grigor Dimitrov, and Alexander Zverev, were seen spending little moments of joy with the young tennis fans.

A lot of tennis players have already reached America to participate in one of the most popular tournaments, along with the four major tennis events. Before that competition, a lot of tennis stars enjoyed a lovely time with children on the occasion of Family Day.

Emma Raducanu and Alexander Zverev play tennis with kids
The Indian Wells Masters Arena, where players will show off their competitive edge in just a few days, is filled with smiles. As the event is celebrating Family Day, a lot of children came up to enjoy the special occasion and create a tennis memory with the popular tennis players.

Recently, the official Instagram account of the tournament shared a series of pictures from this special day. In one of the stories, the German tennis player was seen interacting with kids, and he also signed a kid’s headband while sharing a light-hearted moment with him.

On the other hand, 32-year-old tennis player Grigor Dimitrov was seen practicing tennis on the court with some kids. In addition, he was also seen hitting some slow shots for his young opponents, and they enjoyed playing tennis together.

Subsequently, even the WTA star, Raducanu, was seen doing the same. After hitting the court with some young tennis fans, she was seen greeting them with handshakes as the kids walked off the court. Not only that, there are a lot of tennis players who are also ready to give their 100% in the competition.

Swiatek and Sabalenka reach California for the big event
While the British tennis star has already reached California for the big event, the world’s number one-ranked tennis player, Iga Swiatek, recently took to her Instagram account to share her story of how she started her practice. Last year, the Polish tennis player faced defeat in the semi-final round itself. This year, she is ready to take revenge and show some good tennis.

On the other hand, the 2024 Australian Open champion reached a bit late, but shared her amazing feelings on how she was “happy to be back.” She shared a picture of herself from the court. Similar to Swiatek, Sabalenka lost the tournament’s final round last year, which prevented her from winning the Indian Wells title. However, this year, with her improved form and triumph at the Australian Open, things may be looking up for her.

Nevertheless, what are your thoughts on the lighthearted Family Day? Do let us know in the comments section below.

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Former British No 1 picks out two names to watch at the Australian Open including Coco Gauff

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Former British No 1 Laura Robson admits she will be cheering on one player from the commentary box at this year’s Australian Open.

Speaking to Tennis365 as she prepares to join the Eurosport and discovery+ team at the Australian Open, Robson has out Bulgaria’s Grigor Dimitrov as a player who can enjoy a big run in Melbourne after his emotional win at the Brisbane International last week.

Laura Robson

Dimitrov claimed his first ATP Tour title since 2017 as he beat Holger Rune in straight sets to win the Brisbane to seal a ninth career title and his first since the 2017 ATP Finals and now Robson is pulling for the world No 13 to shine at the Australian Open.

“I have been vibing up Grigor Dimitrov and I just really want him to do well,” Robson told Tennis365.

“To not win a title in five years and to start 2024 playing as well as he did in Brisbane and beating Holger Rune in the final in straight sets, he has to be a player to watch at the Australian Open.

“Just the way he plays is so beautiful to watch and the variety he has in his game. It feels like he can do anything on a court.

“He almost has too many options to run through in his brain, which must be a nice option to have.

“Do I think he’s going to win the tournament? Probably not, but I want to see him go deep.”

Coco Gauff hits Brisbane international final ahead of Australian Open - Blueprint Newspapers Limited

Turning to the women’s draw, Robson is backing Coco Gauff to back up her US Open win last September to shine on a Grand Slam stage once again over the next two weeks.

Gauff defended her Auckland title as she beat Ukrainian Elina Svitolina to win the ASB Classic in three sets.

The 19-year-old American won 6-7 (4) 6-3 6-3 in just over two and a half hours to make it 10 straight wins at the event and Robson now expects her to challenge for another major in Melbourne.

“To get to the final, I will have to go with Coco,” stated Robson.

“She won on the first week of the year in Auckland and that is a tough place to play. It’s super windy, that’s a tough place to play.

“I’m sure she will get lots of time on the practice court in Melbourne and hopefully she can do very well.”

Coco Gauff has big plans for 2024 Paris Olympics - NBC Sports

When it comes to picking a champion, Robson believes world No 1 Iga Swiatek is the player to beat.

“I will always go with Iga,” added Robson. “I think it’s now a 16-match win streak from the end of last year so she’s coming into the season with a load of confidence.

“Aryna Sabalenka was in the final of Brisbane. She won the tournament last year. She plays a really big game. Then, you throw in Elena Rybakina who she played in the final last year, who really enjoys these conditions. There’s a bunch of people thrown in there, but if I had to pick one, I would always go with Iga.

“There’s maybe five or six people that I would throw in there, but I would love to see the resurgence of Angie Kerber.”

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