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Story summary
- Learner Tien, a 20-year-old tennis prodigy from Melbourne, competes at the 2026 Australian Open as the No. 25 seed after defeating Medvedev last season.
- He defeated Alexander Shevchenko in two hours, showing strong ball control and tactical intelligence.
- His average serve speed lags behind peers, indicating a weakness he is actively addressing.
- Tien's playing style combines finesse and agility, positioning him to become a top contender.
