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Fatigue a factor as early matches begin at Indian Wells
- Fatigue is a factor as the BNP Paribas Open begins, with players balancing a busy calendar and travel.
- Players acknowledge fatigue after a hectic stretch, including Las Vegas exhibitions before Indian Wells.
- Opelka says fatigue altered practice and play during exhibition events before Indian Wells.
- Fritz emphasizes focus and repetition to manage the grueling tour schedule.
- Dubai-based players face travel and airspace issues affecting preparation.
- The tour marks a ‘Sunshine Double’ with Indian Wells followed by the Miami Open.
- Taylor Fritz remains optimistic about preparation for Indian Wells.
- Casper Ruud and Reilly Opelka faced early losses in exhibitions before Indian Wells.
- Venus Williams’ comeback faces a setback with two losses ahead of Indian Wells.
- The article notes travel from Dubai and the UAE can impact readiness for the Sunshine Double.
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