WTA Finals 2026: Indian Wells replaces Riyadh
Women's tennis changes course: the 2026 Finals move to California, abandoning the Saudi project.
The 2026 WTA Finals slam the door on Riyadh to land in Indian Wells, a return home which sounds like a scathing disavowal of the Saudi adventure. The WTA has officially announced that the tournament will take place from November 8-15, 2026 in California, replacing the originally planned venue in Saudi Arabia. This move comes after a single edition in Riyadh, marking the abrupt end of the expansion of women's tennis towards the Middle East.
Indian Wells, emblematic site of the Masters 1000 and the WTA 1000, takes up the torch. The organization favors proven infrastructure and a loyal public over the diplomatic and financial uncertainties of the Saudi project. This choice guarantees an optimal competition framework for the eight best players of the season.
