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Tien Faces Hurkacz in China Open Clash
1 Oct
Summary
- Learner Tien faces Hubert Hurkacz in the China Open first round.
- Tien has a strong 31-18 record this season, with 20-12 on hardcourts.
- Hurkacz recently reached a final but struggles against top 20 players.
Seventh seed Learner Tien is set to face Hubert Hurkacz in the first round of the China Open on October 1, 2026. Tien has achieved significant milestones this year, including his first Major quarterfinal at the Australian Open and his first Masters 1000 quarterfinal at Indian Wells. He also captured his first clay title in Geneva and reached the fourth round of the US Open.
Tien has a solid 31-18 win-loss record this season, with a 20-12 record on hard surfaces. Hurkacz, a former top 10 player, recently reached the final of the Chengdu Open, his first individual final of the year. However, his hardcourt record against top 20 players this season stands at 2-4, with his last three matches against them resulting in losses.
Considering Hurkacz's recent form and struggles against top competition on hardcourts, Learner Tien is predicted to be the favorite in this encounter. Tien has a better hardcourt record this season, further solidifying his position as the player to beat.
