Indian Wells axed; coronavirus hits 1st major US sports event Last updated : Mar 11, 2020 20:03 SportzPower Team Mar 09, 2020 10:03 Read more about Indian Wells axed; coronavirus hits 1st major US sports event Log in to post comments INDIAN WELLS, California: The 2020 BNP Paribas Open will not take place as previously scheduled because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.