Djokovic beat Spanish world number two Rafael Nadal in the 2011 Indian Wells final and also took the trophy in 2008.
The Serbian star captured Indian Wells as part of a stunning 2011 start of 41 match wins in a row and began 2012 by winning the Australian Open crown before going down to Britain’s Andy Murray in last week’s Dubai Open semi-finals.
“Last year was amazing, definitely the best of my career,” said Djokovic. “If you ask me if I can repeat it, I don’t know.
“It’s going to be very hard. It’s a new year for me and I’m looking forward to Indian Wells.”
Nadal, the 2007 and 2009 Indian Wells champion, will threaten again, as will three-time event winner Roger Federer, the Swiss legend who has won 33 of his past 35 matches and five titles.
Meanwhile, the women’s main draw matches begin today and defending champion Caroline Wozniacki, who lost her world number one rank, is more concerned about her form than jumping back up the list.
“It’s just about playing,” said the Dane. “You will have more points at some tournaments, a little bit less at some, so it evens out in the end.”
Published in The Express Tribune, March 7th, 2012.
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