Brandon Nakashima Profile for Indian Wells Open 2027
The San Diego born American with a career high of World Number 16 and a fourth round best at Indian Wells.
Brandon Nakashima Biography and Overview
Brandon Nakashima is an American professional tennis player from San Diego California born on 3 August 2001. He plays right handed with a two handed backhand and reached a career high ATP singles ranking of World Number 16 on 14 September 2026.
He is expected in the main draw of the BNP Paribas Open 2027 at Indian Wells from 28 February to 14 March 2027. He has one ATP singles title at the 2022 San Diego Open and the 2022 Next Gen ATP Finals crown. His Indian Wells record is 7 wins and 7 losses. See the Indian Wells 2027 schedule and the ticket guide to plan your visit.
Brandon Nakashima Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full name | Brandon Nakashima |
| Nickname | B Nak |
| Date of birth | 3 August 2001 |
| Age | 25 |
| Birthplace | San Diego California USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Heritage | Asian American with Japanese and Vietnamese roots |
| Height | 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) |
| Weight | 83 kg (183 lb) |
| Plays | Right handed with a two handed backhand |
| Turned pro | 2019 |
| Career high ranking | No. 16 (14 September 2026) |
| Current ranking | Around No. 17 and changes weekly |
| Coach | Wayne Ferreira since June 2026 |
| Racket | Yonex |
| Career prize money | About 9.44 million dollars |
| Estimated net worth | 5 to 8 million dollars |
Who Is Brandon Nakashima
Brandon Nakashima is one of the leading figures of the current generation of American men tennis. He is known for a clean two handed backhand a reliable serve and a calm temperament under pressure. He turned professional in 2019 and reached the top 20 with a career high of No. 16 in September 2026.
His idol growing up was Roger Federer though he says his style is closer to Novak Djokovic with whom he practised daily for a week during the 2020 US Open.
Family and Background
Nakashima comes from a close and highly educated multicultural household. His father Wesley Nakashima is a Japanese American pharmacist born in California. His mother Christina Nakashima is a pharmacist who was born in Vietnam and moved to California at age five.
His younger brother Bryce Nakashima born in 2004 plays college tennis at Ohio State University and won his first USTA Pro Circuit singles title in 2026. The brothers played doubles together at the 2024 Atlanta Open. He has no sisters. His maternal grandfather Anh Pham introduced him to tennis at age 3. He speaks English and conversational Vietnamese.
Personal Life
He is unmarried with no children. He has been linked to Amelia Ruiz since 2022 though he keeps his personal life private.
Education
Nakashima attended High Bluff Academy in Rancho Santa Fe California. He then enrolled early at the University of Virginia at age 17 and was named 2019 ACC Freshman of the Year. He left after his first year to turn professional.
Brandon Nakashima Tennis Career
Nakashima turned pro in 2019 and quickly established himself on tour. His breakthrough came in 2022 when he won his first ATP singles title on home soil at the San Diego Open beating Christopher O Connell and then Marcos Giron in the final. Later that year he won the Next Gen ATP Finals in Milan with an undefeated run.
He won his first ATP doubles title at the 2025 Lyon Open with Albano Olivetti. His best Grand Slam results are the fourth round at Wimbledon in 2022 and the US Open in 2024. In 2026 he reached the Cincinnati Masters quarterfinal after beating Taylor Fritz and played at the Laver Cup.
Brandon Nakashima at Indian Wells Open 2027
The 2027 BNP Paribas Open runs from 28 February to 14 March 2027 at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden in California. Nakashima is expected to be accepted directly into the main singles draw. Indian Wells is effectively a home event for the San Diego native.
Brandon Nakashima Indian Wells Results by Year
| Year | Round reached | Key result |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Main draw expected | Confirmed when the draw is released |
| 2026 | Third round | Seeded No. 28 and beat Camilo Ugo Carabelli before losing to Alexander Zverev |
| 2025 | Fourth round | Beat Rinky Hijikata and Matteo Arnaldi before losing to Ben Shelton |
| 2024 | Second round | Beat Christopher Eubanks before losing to Jiri Lehecka |
| 2023 | Second round | Beat John Isner before losing to Daniil Medvedev |
| 2022 | Second round | Beat Adrian Mannarino before losing to Frances Tiafoe |
2027 Outlook and Schedule
His best Indian Wells result is the 2025 run to the fourth round. Follow the official BNP Paribas Open site and our Indian Wells 2027 schedule for confirmed order of play.
Brandon Nakashima Titles Awards and Records
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| ATP singles titles | 1 (2022 San Diego Open) |
| ATP doubles titles | 1 (2025 Lyon Open with Albano Olivetti) |
| Youth honours | 2022 Next Gen ATP Finals champion and 2019 ACC Freshman of the Year |
| Grand Slam best | Fourth round at Wimbledon 2022 and US Open 2024 |
| Career singles record | 160 wins and 128 losses |
| Career high ranking | No. 16 (14 September 2026) |
Brandon Nakashima Ranking and Points
Nakashima reached his career high singles ranking of No. 16 on 14 September 2026 and sits around No. 17 in the current list. His career singles record is about 160 wins and 128 losses.
Rankings and points change week to week so check the official ATP list for the live figure.
Brandon Nakashima Net Worth and Endorsements
Brandon Nakashima has earned about 9.44 million dollars in career prize money across singles and doubles. His net worth is estimated at 5 to 8 million dollars boosted by endorsements including FILA. During the COVID 19 pandemic he donated more than 40 pairs of FILA shoes to urgent care staff at a clinic in San Diego.
Brandon Nakashima FAQ
What ethnicity is Brandon Nakashima?
He is Asian American with Japanese and Vietnamese roots. His father is Japanese American and his mother was born in Vietnam.
Who are Brandon Nakashima parents?
His parents are Wesley Nakashima and Christina Nakashima who are both pharmacists.
Does Brandon Nakashima have a brother?
Yes. His younger brother Bryce Nakashima plays college tennis at Ohio State University and has started a professional career.
Is Brandon Nakashima in a relationship?
He has been linked to Amelia Ruiz since 2022 though he keeps his personal life private.
Did Brandon Nakashima play college tennis?
Yes. He played one year at the University of Virginia and was named 2019 ACC Freshman of the Year before turning pro.
Who is Brandon Nakashima coach?
He has worked with former World Number 6 Wayne Ferreira since June 2026.
How tall is Brandon Nakashima and how old is he?
He is 1.88 m (6 ft 2 in) tall and 25 years old and was born on 3 August 2001.
What is Brandon Nakashima best Indian Wells result?
His best result is the fourth round in 2025.
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