- Sakkari's Coaching Boost: The Greek star, now under the guidance of experienced coach David Witt, displayed a strategic and focused performance.
- Dominant Display: Sakkari controlled the match from the start, dictating play with powerful groundstrokes and clinical shot selection.
- Career-Best Performance: This victory marks Sakkari's fourth time reaching the Indian Wells Round of 16, aiming to surpass her previous achievements of finishing runner-up in 2022 and reaching the semifinals in 2023.
- Favourable Next Round: Sakkari appears to be the favourite heading into the next stage, facing qualifier Oceane Parry.
INDIAN WELLS, CA (March 12, 2024): Maria Sakkari continued her dominant form at the Indian Wells Open, defeating Caroline Garcia 6-3, 6-4 to secure her place in the Round of 16 for the fourth time, including three consecutive years.