Eighteen-year-old Learner Tien made history at Wimbledon with a commanding straight-sets victory over fellow American Nishesh Basavareddy, winning 7-6, 6-3, 6-2 in the opening round. The result not only marked Tien’s debut win at the All England Club but also placed him in rare company as just the fourth American teenager since 2000 to win a men’s singles main draw match there.
He now shares that distinction with Andy Roddick, Ryan Harrison, and Frances Tiafoe—three players who each carved out impactful careers on the global stage. Tien’s name now stands alongside theirs as a symbol of rising American talent in a sport increasingly defined by international depth.
The match began with a tightly contested first set, where Tien’s cool under pressure was on full display during a tense tiebreak. From there, he grew more dominant, using precision from the baseline and tactical awareness to keep Basavareddy on the back foot.
This victory is a clear signal of Tien’s growth and poise as he enters the next phase of his career. The grass surface, often tricky for young players, posed no major hurdle as he adjusted quickly and found his rhythm.
Tien in Wimbledon, ranking, and results in 2025
LLWLWWLLWL Ranked world no.62 (career-high), Learner owns an overall 18-16 match record in 2025. Learner is currently competing in Wimbledon where he toppled the world no.100 Nishesh Basavareddy 7-6(5) 6-3 6-2.
