The weather conditions could still play a factor, but players can expect a lower bounce and faster courts this year. It came as a major surprise to players, including ATP World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz. According to The Tennis Letter, Alcaraz gave an honest answer when asked how the resurfaced hard court would impact his game.

The Indian Wells will have a new surface starting in 2025. The organizers announced a new partnership with sports surface provider Laykold.