6 US Women's Tennis Stars to Watch After the BNP Paribas Open

At just 17 years old, Iva Jovic is already turning heads. Hailing from Torrance, California, she brings an exciting mix of youthful energy and raw talent, making her one of the most anticipated young players on the tour. "I love getting to see that I can play at this level," Jovic told journalists at the recent Next Gen Panel for rising players. Jovic made her grand slam debut at the US Open in 2024, becoming the youngest American woman to win a main draw since 2000. Jovic drew a large crowd at her BNP Paribas matches, a nod to her Southern California roots. "I think that my whole So Cal tennis community was here. They were definitely cheering for me, which was pretty special," she told the Next Gen Panel audience.