Dunlop and Yonex have joined as new tournament partners ahead of the 2026 BNP Paribas Open. Yonex joins as the Official Stringing Service, and Dunlop has been named the new Official Ball of the BNP Paribas Open.

 Dunlop has joined the Tennis Paradise partner family as the new Official Ball of the BNP Paribas Open and will supply the competition ball for all matches this March in Indian Wells. With a distinguished history in the sport and a reputation for delivering exceptional consistency and performance at premier tournaments worldwide, Dunlop continues to strengthen its presence at the highest levels of the game. Dunlop’s prestigious portfolio of tournaments also includes the Australian Open, the Miami Open, and other leading events across the global tennis calendar.

Yonex joins the BNP Paribas Open as the new Official Stringing Service of the tournament. Yonex will provide first-class, tennis professional-level racquet stringing services for all players participating in the BNP Paribas Open, in addition to practice partners and coaches. Yonex has an established track record of providing stringing services at major international tournaments, including the Australian Open and the Shanghai Masters, reflecting its extensive experience on the global stage.

“We are excited to welcome these two elite industry brands to our growing partner family,” said Philippe Dore, Chief Marketing Officer at the BNP Paribas Open. “Yonex and Dunlop both share the legacy of excellence and innovation we have built here in Indian Wells.”

“We are honored to be appointed as the Official Stringing Service for the BNP Paribas Open,” said LaNiece Douglas, President of YONEX U.S.A. “We look forward to supporting every athlete’s journey throughout the tournament and contributing to an environment where performance and connection to sport can thrive.”

“We are absolutely delighted to add such a prestigious event as the BNP Paribas Open to the breadth of tournaments Dunlop supports around the world,” said Jamie Douglas, Director of Marketing at Dunlop Sports Americas. “Indian Wells is one of the most iconic stops on the tennis calendar, and we are proud to play a role in delivering the highest level of performance for players and fans alike.”