Daniil Medvedev defeated Sebastian Baez 6–4, 6–0 in the second round of the ATP Indian Wells Masters on hard court on 10 March 2026. As the heavy pre-match favourite at odds of 1.14, Medvedev delivered an emphatic performance, dropping only four games across the two sets. Baez, competing at odds of 5.41, offered minimal resistance in the second set, which proved a comprehensive whitewash. The Russian's dominance on the California hard courts underscores his continued form in the early spring season and sets up a favourable path through the draw.