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Russians Delayed at Indian Wells Due to Travel Disruptions

Russian tennis stars Daniil Medvedev and Andrey Rublev missed Tuesday's exhibition at Indian Wells due to travel disruptions caused by the Middle East crisis.

The players were among those affected by airspace closures and widespread flight cancellations across the Gulf following US and Israeli airstrikes on Iran over the weekend. A Challenger event in Dubai was also cancelled due to security alerts.

The conflict has disrupted a key transit hub in the region, causing significant delays for international travelers heading to tournaments like the Indian Wells Open.