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Tien Stuns Medvedev: Youngest US Slam Quarterfinalist Since Roddick
25 Jan
Summary
- Learner Tien, 20, reached his first Grand Slam quarterfinals.
- He is the youngest American in a Slam quarterfinal since Andy Roddick.
- Tien defeated former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev in straight sets.
In a stunning upset, 20-year-old Learner Tien has advanced to his first Grand Slam quarterfinals. This achievement makes him the youngest American to reach this stage since Andy Roddick at the US Open in 2001. Tien defeated the formidable Daniil Medvedev in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-0, 6-3.
Tien's victory was particularly impressive given Medvedev's previous Grand Slam final appearances. The young American, who also won the ATP Next Gen title in 2025, controlled the match from the start, despite a brief interruption for a nosebleed treatment. He will now face third-seeded Alexander Zverev in the last eight.
Medvedev, a former world No. 1, appeared to be a shadow of his usual self during the match. This loss follows a previous encounter where Tien also eliminated Medvedev, highlighting a growing rivalry. Tien expressed his gratitude for the crowd's support, calling it "amazing" and stating it "means the world" to achieve this milestone in front of them.
