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Czech Tennis Player Machac Withdraws from Indian Wells Due to Knee Injury
Machac, ranked 32nd in the world, joins other top players in missing the first Masters 1000 event of the season.
Feb. 26, 2026 at 6:10pm
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Tomas Machac, a 25-year-old Czech tennis player ranked 32nd in the world, has withdrawn from the upcoming Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament due to a knee injury. Machac had a promising start to 2026, winning an ATP 250 event and defeating top players like Grigor Dimitrov and Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Australian Open, but has since struggled with three consecutive losses and ongoing physical issues with his knee.
Why it matters
Machac's withdrawal is a significant blow to the Indian Wells tournament, as he was seen as a rising star on the ATP Tour after his early-season success. His absence, along with other top players like Holger Rune and Jaume Munar also missing the event, will impact the overall competitiveness and star power of the first Masters 1000 tournament of the year.
The details
Machac has been dealing with knee problems since late 2025, and his withdrawal from Indian Wells is another setback in his recovery. The 25-year-old from Beroun, Czech Republic, is hoping to recover in time to compete at the Miami Masters 1000 later this month. In addition to Machac, fellow ATP player Filip Misolic, ranked 86th in the world, has also withdrawn from Indian Wells, allowing Adam Walton and Emilio Nava to enter the main draw directly.
- Machac won the ATP 250 in Adelaide earlier this year.
- Machac defeated Grigor Dimitrov and Stefanos Tsitsipas at the Australian Open in 2026.
- Machac has suffered three consecutive defeats on the ATP Tour, with his most recent loss coming against Jannik Sinner in the first round of the ATP 500 in Doha.
- Last year in Indian Wells, Machac was forced to retire in his opening match against Yosuke Watanuki.
- The Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament is set to begin on March 4, 2026.
The players
Tomas Machac
A 25-year-old Czech tennis player ranked 32nd in the world who has withdrawn from the upcoming Indian Wells Masters 1000 tournament due to a knee injury.
Holger Rune
A top player who has also withdrawn from the Indian Wells tournament.
Jaume Munar
Another top player who will not be competing at Indian Wells.
Filip Misolic
An ATP player ranked 86th in the world who has also withdrawn from the Indian Wells tournament.
Adam Walton
A player who will enter the Indian Wells main draw directly due to Misolic's withdrawal.
Emilio Nava
Another player who will enter the Indian Wells main draw directly due to Misolic's withdrawal.
What’s next
Machac hopes to recover in time to compete at the Miami Masters 1000 later this month.
The takeaway
Machac's injury setback highlights the physical challenges faced by professional tennis players and the impact their absences can have on the competitiveness of major tournaments. His recovery will be closely watched as he aims to regain his early-season form and continue his rise among the top players on the ATP Tour.
