Holger Rune defeated Daniil Medvedev 7–5, 6–4 in the semi-final of the Indian Wells Masters on hard court, delivering a significant upset against the pre-match favourite. Medvedev, seeded higher and backed at 1.56 odds, entered as the expected victor, but Rune's composed performance across both sets proved decisive. The Danish player broke through in the opening set's crucial moments to secure the first frame, then maintained his momentum in the second to seal a commanding victory. This result marks a notable scalp for Rune at a Masters 1000 event and sends him through to the final, where he will face a fresh opponent after a demanding semi-final. The upset underscores Rune's improving consistency on hard courts and represents a significant stride in his bid for a maiden Masters title.