ATP 2025 Australian Open
Day 7 – Saturday 18 January, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.


- The match up: Corentin Moutet vs Learner Tien
- Event Name: 2025 Australian Open
- Match Date: Saturday 18 January
- Day Of Event: Day 7
- Event Address: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Let’s have a look at all the career, performance and head-to-head stats for the match and find out if Corentin Moutet or Learner Tien is expected to win.
Match Details:
Corentin Moutet vs Learner Tien – Saturday 18 January – 2025 Australian Open – Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Corentin Moutet vs Learner Tien Head-to-Head, Preview, Stats & Pick:
Head To Head first meeting.
In a highly anticipated matchup at the Australian Open, Corentin Moutet of France and Learner Tien of the USA are set to face off for the first time in their careers. Both players are among the five left-handed players who have advanced to the third round out of the 19 that started in the men’s singles main draw. The rarity of left-handed players winning the Australian Open title is not lost on tennis enthusiasts, with only six players achieving this feat in the Open Era, the most recent being Rafael Nadal in 2009 and 2022.
Moutet, who has a decent record against left-handed opponents, will be facing a left-handed player at the Australian Open for the first time. He holds a 2-1 win-loss record against left-handers at Grand Slam events and an 11-15 win-loss record against left-handed players at the Tour level overall. On the other hand, Tien has only faced one left-handed player at the Tour level, losing to Cameron Norrie in the first round at Hong Kong earlier this year.
In his quest for success at this year’s Australian Open, Moutet finds himself facing an American qualifier for the second consecutive match, having defeated Mitchell Krueger in the second round. Moutet holds a 2-1 win-loss record against qualifiers at Grand Slam events and a 4-12 win-loss record against qualifiers at the Tour level overall.
This match between Moutet and Tien is one of two men’s singles matches between American and French players today, with Taylor Fritz taking on Gael Monfils in the other clash. Interestingly, this is the third and fourth meeting between American and French players at the Australian Open this year, following Frances Tiafoe’s victory over Arthur Rinderknech in the first round and Moutet’s win against Krueger in the second round.
Historically, American and French players have clashed on 118 occasions at the Australian Open, with Americans holding a slight lead of 63-55. Not only that, but the Australian Open has witnessed a total of 689 Grand Slam men’s singles matches between American and French players in the Open Era, with Americans also leading this head-to-head battle with a score of 364-325.
Moutet will be looking to build on his recent success against American players, as his victory against Krueger marked his first win against an American player at a Grand Slam. He currently holds a 1-2 win-loss record against American players at Grand Slam events and a 7-11 win-loss record against them at the Tour level overall. In contrast, Tien’s only previous encounter with a French player at a Grand Slam resulted in a loss to Arthur Fils in the first round of the 2024 US Open. However, Tien did manage to defeat Fils in his only other Tour-level match against a French player at the 2024 Next Gen ATP Finals.
Looking at their respective records and rankings, Moutet, at the age of 25, currently holds the 69th spot in the ATP rankings with zero titles to his name. He boasts a career Grand Slam record of 21-22, with a solid 5-5 record at the Australian Open. Meanwhile, Tien, at just 19 years of age, is ranked 121st in the world. With a career Grand Slam record of 2-3, he has an unblemished 2-0 record at the Australian Open this year.
Moutet has shown his resilience in five-set matches, winning three out of the six he has contested, including his victory over Krueger in the previous round. In contrast, Tien has yet to face a five-set battle at the Tour level. The tiebreak record also tilts in Moutet’s favor, with a career record of 37-33 compared to Tien’s 4-2 record.
For Moutet, reaching the round of 16 at the Australian Open would be a significant milestone, as he aims to replicate his best Grand Slam performance of reaching the round of 16. This is his sixth appearance at the Australian Open and his 23rd Grand Slam overall. Throughout his career, Moutet has faced various ups and downs, but he has shown glimpses of his potential, particularly during his run as a lucky loser to the round of 16 at the 2022 US Open. He will undoubtedly be eager to make his mark on the Grand Slam stage once again.
In contrast, Tien, making his Australian Open debut, is yearning to make a breakthrough in his young career. At just 19 years and 55 days old, he has the opportunity to become the youngest man to reach the round of 16 at the Australian Open since Rafael Nadal achieved the feat in 2005. Additionally, Tien hopes to join the ranks of previous American players who have reached the round of 16 at the Australian Open, solidifying his place among the emerging talents in American tennis.
With both players’ aspirations on the line, the match promises to be a thrilling encounter full of impressive shot-making and captivating rallies. Moutet’s experience and knack for tough matches may give him an edge, while Tien’s youth and hunger for success could provide the motivation he needs to secure a breakthrough victory. As fans eagerly await the outcome, it is clear that this clash between Moutet and Tien has all the ingredients for an enthralling encounter that could define their respective journeys at the Australian Open.
Corentin Moutet vs Learner Tien Prediction:
I believe Corentin Moutet will win in straight sets.
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