Top seed Caroline Wozniacki won her 14th career title and her second Premier Mandatory by defeating Marion Bartoli in the final of the BNP Paribas Open, 6-1 2-6 6-3. Interestingly, the Dane, known for her defensive game, won the $4.5-million tournament without hitting a single ace.

The 15th-seeded Bartoli, finalist at Wimbledon four years ago, took the second set and approached Wozniacki from 1-4 to 3-4 in the third set, when the 20-year-old world No.1 regrouped and won the match.

Besides Bartoli, Wozniacki defeated Sloane Stephens, Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez, Alisa Kleybanova, Victoria Azarenka and Maria Sharapova at Indian Wells this year.

Wozniacki, who finished runner-up to Jelena Jankovic last time at the BNP Paribas Open, is now 14-9 in WTA finals and this is her second title of the year, following Dubai. France's Bartoli will, despite losing today, return to the Top 10 from her current ranking of No.17.

The winner's check amounts to $700,000, while Bartoli received $350,000 as a runner-up. (via WTA Tour)

World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki swept past Maria Sharapova more easily than expected, keeping her good form and taking advantage of the Russian’s 41 unforced errors to reach her second straight final at the BNP Paribas Open. The 16th-seeded Sharapova started the match by breaking Wozniacki’s serve, but from then on Sharapova couldn’t do much against the top seed, especially not with the overwhelming number of unforced errors outbalancing her 19 winners. Final score: 6-1 6-2.

I like this Sharapova’s quote about Wozniacki’s defensive style of play without winners: "I don't think it really matters if you don't miss.  I mean, then why do you need to hit winners?" Haha, great! Thanks, Forty Deuce, for sharing Sharapova's unique perspective.

Interestingly, Wozniacki has reached the title match of a $4.5 million tournament without hitting a single ace! Read more »

Quarterfinals of Indian Wells featured a clash between good friends Caroline Wozniacki and Victoria Azarenka, but before the coin toss preceding the match, the two players wanted to show their support for Japan, which has been devastated by the tremendous earthquake and its aftereffects. Wozniacki's manager went two-hour drive away to get the Japanese flag, and the WTA stars meticulously wrote the following message on it: "Our Thoughts Are With You" and "Caroline & Victoria". Their action caused a moment of silence on the court.

Let's talk about the actual match now. Unfortunately, there's not much to say, as Azarenka retired after just three games because of a left hip injury. "I took a ball on the run and slid a little bit, and that's when I felt the pain. It's just bad luck but I have some time to recover before Miami, so hopefully it won't be too serious," said the eighth-seeded Azarenka. World No.1 and top seed Wozniacki will play either Maria Sharapova or Peng Shuai in the semifinals. (source: WTA Tour)

World No.1 and last year's runner-up Caroline Wozniacki cruised to the fourth round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells by defeating Maria Jose Martinez Sanchez for the first time in their four meetings. In the 6-1 6-3 victory over the Spaniard, Wozniacki was just as dominant as in her opening match of the tournament, against Sloane Stephens in the second round.

Throughout the 71-minute match, the Stella McCartney-clad Dane held her serve and made no double faults, while she broke the 28th-seeded Martinez Sanchez four times.

Wozniacki's next opponent will be seed No.22 Alisa Kleybanova, who defeated 13th seed Flavia Pennetta 6-3 6-4 in the third round.

Additional info: Adidas has just launched the start of a new global  campaign which for the first time in their history showcases adidas' involvement in sport, music and fashion. Here's a very short teaser, featuring Wozniacki. If you would like to see the full video featuring Wozniacki a day early then check it out on facebook.com/adidas tomorrow (15th March). (photo via Tennis Served Fresh)

World No.1 Caroline Wozniacki premiered adidas by Stella McCartney Tennis Ruffle Dress in her opening match at Indian Wells. The dress was first showcased as early as during the London Fashion Week last year.

Color palette is pretty much similar to last year's Tennis Performance Dress which came in dark gray and white, as Tennis Ruffle Dress exists in blueprint and white. Wozniacki is supposed to wear the blueprint dress at the French Open, while the white version is planned for Wimbledon. Read more »