Learner Tien was born in Irvine, California, to Vietnamese immigrant parents, Khuong Dan Tien and Huyen Tien. Both originally from Vietnam, they settled in Southern California and raised their family with strong cultural and educational values. Khuong works as a real estate lawyer in Garden Grove, while Huyen was a math teacher in Anaheim.
A Family Passion for Tennis
Tennis was more than just a sport in the Tien household—it was a shared passion. Both parents played recreationally and introduced Learner to the game when he was just 1.5 years old. His early exposure to tennis came through family outings to community courts in Irvine, where his father coached him until he joined the USTA Player Development program around age 10 or 11.
Names Inspired by Careers
The names of Learner and his sister, Justice, reflect their parents’ professions and values. Khuong, being a lawyer, chose “Justice” for his daughter, while Huyen, a teacher, inspired the name “Learner” for her son. These names symbolize the ideals they hoped to instill in their children—education, fairness, and personal growth.
Supportive and Private
Despite their son’s rising fame, Khuong and Huyen have remained largely private. They’ve rarely made public appearances and keep a low profile. Their focus has always been on nurturing Learner’s talent and supporting his choices, even during times when he stepped away from tennis.
A Lasting Influence
The influence of Khuong and Huyen is evident in Learner’s discipline and resilience. From his first tournament at age five to his recent success on the professional circuit, their guidance and encouragement have played a vital role in shaping his journey. Their story is one of quiet dedication, cultural pride, and unwavering support for their son’s dreams.
Tien in Toronto, ranking, and results in 2025
At the moment ranked no.61 (career-high), Learner achieved a composed 23-18 record in 2025. The American is playing at the moment in Toronto where he defeated the world no.136 Colton Smith 6-4 7-5, the world no.29 Denis Shapovalov 7-6(4) 7-5 and the world no.74 Reilly Opelka 7-6(3) 6-3.
Learner Tien will square off with the world no.34 Alex Michelsen in the 4th round on Saturday at 12:30 pm on CENTRE COURT. The head to head is 1-1.