Carlos Alcaraz could run into Novak Djokovic in the quarterfinals in his quest for a rare Indian Wells three-peat, while defending women's champion Iga Swiatek also faces a tough test. Djokovic beat Alcaraz to reach the Australian Open semifinals in January and is hoping he can become only the third man to claim 100 career singles titles when the main draw of the tournament kicks off Wednesday in the California desert.

While facing Andy Murray, Rafael Nadal, Jannik Sinner, Daniil Medvedev and Alexander Zverev in Indian Wells, Carlos has yet to face Novak in the desert. The five-time champion will seek his first deep run at this event since lifting the most recent trophy in 2016.

Carlos Alcaraz could run into Novak Djokovic in the quarter-final stage in his quest for a rare Indian Wells "three-peat," while defending women's champion Iga Swiatek also faces a tough test, according to the draw released on Monday.

Carlos Alcaraz’s pursuit of a rare Indian Wells 'three-peat' could face a major hurdle in a quarterfinal showdown with Novak Djokovic, according

Carlos Alcaraz could face Novak Djokovic in the Indian Wells quarterfinals, while Iga Swiatek eyes title defense.

Carlos Alcaraz could run into Novak Djokovic in the quarter-final stage in his quest for a rare Indian Wells "three-peat," while defending women's champion Iga Swiatek also faces a tough test, according to the draw released on Monday.

Djokovic is aiming to become only the third man to claim 100 career singles titles. Read more at straitstimes.com.