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Indian Wells: Top 8 Men’s Contenders

By Nate Slaymaker

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Mar 16, 2014; Indian Wells, CA, USA; Novak Djokovic (SRB) with the championship trophy after winning the BNP Paribas Open against Roger Federer (SUI) at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden. Djokovic won 6-3, 3-6, 7-6. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

1. Novak Djokovic

Since 2011, the Big Four have dominated the Masters Series events.

2015 Record: 14-2

Career at Indian Wells: 36-6

Best Finish at Indian Wells: Winner (2014, 2011, 2008)

Djokovic is the man to beat whenever he steps near a tennis court. He already has the Australian Open title in his pocket this year and will be looking for another big win. At this point in his career, Djokovic is focused on the big titles. Outside of the Grand Slams, there is no bigger title than Indian Wells. The world No.1 will be motivated by his recent loss to Federer in Dubai.

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Since 2011, the Big Four have dominated the Masters Series events. Djokovic has been a huge part of that domination. He is the defending champion at Indian Wells and will be looking for his record-tying fourth title.

The only thing that could keep Djokovic from a deep run is a poor draw. No one wants to fall into a player like Ivo Karlovic or John Isner in his home country. Those big servers have given Djokovic a minor amount of trouble. Once he gets rolling through the draw, no one can stand in Djokovic’s way.

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