5 Things to Watch on Wednesday

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Tennis Talk with Steve Weissman featuring Taylor Townsend: The ever-popular Tennis Talk is back and better than ever! Tennis Channel’s Steve Weissman assumes hosting duties for the daily live talk show that will feature up-and-coming players on both Tours as well as other special guests on the Village Stage each day. On Wednesday come out at 12:30pm and get to know Taylor Townsend, one of the brightest young stars on the WTA Tour. The 22-year-old has had success in the desert in the past, as she claimed the 2018 Oracle Challenger Series Doubles title alongside partner Yanina Wickmayer. This year, she’ll be looking for her finest performance in Tennis Paradise yet!

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Snap a Selfie: This year, a host of tournament partners have brought exciting new photo opportunities so you can remember the thrill of the 2019 BNP Paribas Open! Get playful at the Kim Crawford photo wall, strike a pose on the Corona Premier oversized Adirondack chair or snap a photo at the #MOETMOMENT life-sized frame and bottle tower at the Moët & Chandon Circle of Palms Lounge.

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The Secret Garden: Enjoy a brand-new experience all tournament long at the 2019 BNP Paribas Open Secret Garden. Make your way through the all-encompassing Garden area featuring a myriad of Instagram-worthy photo opportunities. You never know who you might meet inside!

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Vera Lapko vs. Victoria Azarenka: In one of the most highly-anticipated matchups of first round WTA main draw action, Belarus’ Lapko will look to upset compatriot, two-time BNP Paribas Open Champion and former world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka.

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Ugo Humbert vs. Jeffrey John Wolf: With a spot in the 2019 BNP Paribas Open main draw on the line, the French Humbert will battle it out against American upstart Jeffrey John Wolf. Don’t miss any of the action Wednesday afternoon on Stadium 9!