Learner Tien
🇺🇸 USA | Age 20 | 1.8 m | Left-handed, two-handed backhand | Pro since 2023 | Coach: Erik Kortland
ATP rank
#18
Current setup
Wilson Blade 98, ALU Power, 21.8 kg
Equipment 2025–26
Checked 8 Sep 2026Shoes
Adidas
Clothing
Adidas
Sponsor
String tension
21.8 kg / 48.1 lbs
18 kgTour average ~24 kg36 kg
Tien Suggested club range 22–25 kg
Should you copy this setup?
- ALU Power at 22–25 kg
Playing style & technique
Play style
Aggressive Baseline
Backhand
Two-handed
Career highlights
ATP titles
2
Career W-L
68–45
Win rate
60.2%
Career high
#12
Prize money
$5.0M
Grand Slams
0
Australian Open
QF '26
Roland Garros
R1 '25
Wimbledon
R2 '25 '26
US Open
R1 '22 '23 '24 '25
Grand Slam results by year
| Year | AO | RG | Wim | USO |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | QF | R3 | R2 | – |
| 2025 | R4 | R1 | R2 | R1 |
| 2024 | – | – | – | R1 |
| 2023 | – | – | – | R1 |
| 2022 | – | – | – | R1 |
Similar players: aggressive baseliners
Kit and sponsors
Racquet WilsonShoes AdidasClothing Adidas❓
Frequently Asked Questions
Learner Tien plays with the Blade 98 racket (also spelled racquet). Retail frame — specs from the iq.tennis racquet database. You can see all Wilson players on the ATP equipment list.
Learner Tien uses Luxilon ALU Power — a polyester setup. String choice is tracked weekly at iq.tennis and updated when changes are detected.
Learner Tien strings at 21.8–23.6 kg (48.1–52.0 lbs). This is close to the ATP tour average of approximately 24 kg (53 lbs).
Learner Tien wears Adidas on the ATP Tour.
Learner Tien's setup is a solid starting point for club players who hit with topspin and like to attack. The Blade 98 is accessible at multiple playing levels. If you use Luxilon ALU Power or a similar string, aim for 22–25 kg (48–55 lbs) for a good balance of control and feel. Compare rackets side by side or browse our string profiles to work out what suits your game.
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