There will not be a repeating mens champion in Indian Wells in 2019 as 2018 victor Juan Martin del Potro has withdrawn from the BNP Paribas Open tennis tournament due to a knee injury.
The BNP Paribas tweeted the news on Wednesday.
Defending Champion Juan Martin del Potro has withdrawn from the BNP Paribas Open due to a knee injury.
With his withdrawal, Taro Daniel moves into the tournament.#BNPPO19 pic.twitter.com/ugb5ipRRMm
— BNP Paribas Open (@BNPPARIBASOPEN) February 27, 2019
The tournament begins in Indian Wells on March 4. You can get more info here.