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Tien Fumbles Match Points, Faces Early Exit
19 Dec
Summary
- Learner Tien lost a match after holding multiple match points.
- Martin Landaluce also lost his opening match in a close contest.
- Tien, the top seed, faces an early exit from the tournament.
Learner Tien, the top seed at the Next Gen ATP Finals 2025, experienced a heartbreaking opening match loss. After holding multiple match points against Rafael Jodar, Tien was ultimately defeated in a grueling five-set thriller. His failure to convert crucial opportunities means his tournament hopes now hinge on a pivotal upcoming match.
In another closely contested opener, Martin Landaluce also succumbed to defeat. He was unable to convert a break advantage and a lead in the tie-break, ultimately losing his match. This sets up a must-win scenario for both Tien and Landaluce in their head-to-head encounter.
This match between Tien and Landaluce marks their first meeting. Given Tien's higher ranking and previous accomplishments, he enters as the favorite. However, Landaluce has the potential to cause an upset, especially if he can replicate the resilience shown by Jodar.
