Azarenka has 21 singles titles, two Grand Slam titles, was once the No. 1 player and has raked in $33,133,916 in her singles career. She has a 33-8 record in Indian Wells.

The last time Azarenka broke for a 5-4 lead in the third, and Badosa broke right back for a 5-all tie. “We were both going for our shots, really pushing each other to the max,” Azarenka said.

Paula Badosa of Spain edged Victoria Azarenka 7-6 (5), 2-6, 7-6 (2), becoming just the third woman to win in her Indian Wells debut.

Paula Badosa and Victoria Azarenka at the 2021 Indian Wells Paula Badosa stated that it was not easy for her to play against her "idol" Victoria Azarenka in the Indian Wells final. She also ...

Paula Badosa demonstrated her mental toughness to become the WTA Indian Wells champion in her desert debut on Sunday with a hard-fought, three-set victory over two-time champion Victoria Azarenka.

Paula Badosa defeated Ons Jabeur in straight sets 6-3, 6-3 on Friday to book her spot in the final of the WTA Indian Wells against former two-time winner Victoria Azarenka.

Paula Badosa of Spain edged Victoria Azarenka 7-6 (5), 2-6, 7-6 (2), becoming just the third woman to win in her Indian Wells debut.