What inspires Chloe's trip to Palm Springs in the novel, Easy Beauty?

The Indian Wells Masters Tournament is the event that inspires Chloé's trip to Palm Springs. After developing an interest in tennis, Chloé emails her contact at GQ and asks to write about the sport for the magazine. They in turn give her a press badge for this event. Although initially skeptical, Chloé is soon overtaken by the joy and beauty of the experience.