Canadians to Battle for Spot in Indian Wells Quarterfinals

Indian Wells, CA – Felix Auger-Aliassime and Gabriel Diallo will face off in the third round of the BNP Paribas Open, marking the second career meeting between the two Canadian tennis stars. The match is scheduled for Sunday at 4:00 pm on Stadium 3.

Match Details

• Fixture: (9) Felix Auger-Aliassime vs. Gabriel Diallo
• Tournament: BNP Paribas Open
• Round: Third Round
• Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
• Location: Stadium 3, Indian Wells

Head-to-Head Record

Auger-Aliassime currently leads the head-to-head series 1-0, having defeated Diallo 6-2, 7-5 in Basel in 2025. However, this will be their first encounter on a hard court surface.

Prediction and Odds

Tennis Tonic predicts that Felix Auger-Aliassime will win the match in two sets. Initial odds favor Auger-Aliassime, with odds of 1.3 compared to Diallo’s 3.5.

“The pick for Tennis Tonic is Felix Auger-Aliassime who should win in 2 sets.”

Tennis Tonic

Auger-Aliassime’s Path to the Third Round

Ranked No. 9, Auger-Aliassime advanced to the third round after a hard-fought victory over Gael Monfils, winning 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-4. He recovered from a one-set deficit to secure the win.

Diallo’s Upset Victory

Gabriel Diallo reached the third round with an upset victory over 17th-seeded Andrey Rublev, winning 6-7, 7-6, 6-3.

How to Watch

Fans in the UK can watch the match on Sky Go, while viewers in the USA can tune in to the Tennis Channel.

FAQ

When and where is the match?

The match is scheduled for Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 4:00 pm on Stadium 3 in Indian Wells.

Who is favored to win?

Felix Auger-Aliassime is the favorite, according to initial odds.

What is the head-to-head record?

Auger-Aliassime leads the head-to-head 1-0.