Arthur Fils defeated Gabriel Diallo 6–2, 6–2 at Indian Wells Masters on hard court in the first round on 7 March 2025, confirming pre-match expectations as the favourite. Fils's commanding performance saw him secure both sets with relative ease against his Canadian opponent, who struggled to establish any sustained pressure throughout the match. The dominant scoreline underscores Fils's superior form heading into the tournament's main draw, where consistency will be essential as he faces increasingly competitive opposition in subsequent rounds.