BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells postponed

   The BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Calif., will not be held March 8-21, 2021, as scheduled because of the COVID pandemic, tournament officials announced today.

   The decision was made after thorough consultation with state and local health authorities and tournament owner Larry Ellison, according to a news release.

   Organizers plan to announce new dates in 2021 soon and provide credit and refund options for ticket holders.

   The BNP Paribas Open was the first tournament canceled last year because of the pandemic.