British tennis player Sonay Kartal battled back from a match point deficit to defeat Emma Navarro 6-1 3-6 7-6 (7-2) in a dramatic second-round match at Indian Wells. Kartal required a medical timeout for a back injury but showed remarkable resilience to secure the victory after saving a crucial match point during the deciding set.

The 21-year-old Briton expressed confidence ahead of her next challenge against Madison Keys in the last 32. "I'll do everything to be ready," Kartal stated after revealing she's not typically one to call for trainer assistance. Her calm demeanor under pressure proved vital as she advances to face the American in the next round.

Defending champion Mirra Andreeva began her title defense with a commanding 6-0 6-0 victory over Solana Sierra. Meanwhile, past winners Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina also progressed, with Swiatek dispatching Kayla Day in straight sets and Rybakina overcoming a three-set challenge against Hailey Baptiste to advance in the tournament.