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Rafa Jódar is part of a select group of players to follow in this 2026. Source: Getty

The seven tennis players to follow in 2026: seeking the big names of the year

We analyze seven names that could "break out" and push their limits in the next twelve months. Which possible revelation stands out to you?

The incredible family story of Learner Tien: "We saw people die"

The incredible family story of Learner Tien: "We saw people die"

The recent champion of the ATP Next Gen Finals has a story of overcoming and sacrifice by his parents, who had to emigrate from Vietnam because of the war.

Learner Tien proclaimed champion of the Next Gen Finals... and wants more. Source: Getty

Learner Tien, the revolution is already here

The American champion of the Next Gen Finals, finishes the year in the top-30, and turns his somewhat atypical profile into a weapon against the best. What is his ceiling?

Learner Tien, conclusions from Next Gen ATP Finals 2025. Photo: gettyimages

The 5 conclusions drawn from the Next Gen ATP Finals 2025

We delve deeply into what happened in Jeddah and what consequences it may have for the upcoming season.

Tien does not hesitate against Blockx to become champion in Jeddah. Photo: Getty

Tien does not hesitate against Blockx to become champion in Jeddah

Learner Tien delivers as the top seed in the ATP Next Gen Finals 2025 with a virtually perfect victory.

This is how all the champions of the ATP Next Gen Finals have fared: Alcaraz, Sinner, Fonseca... Getty Images.

This is how all the champions of the ATP Next Gen Finals have fared: Alcaraz, Sinner, Fonseca

Since the tournament's creation in 2017, each champion has had a different path in their professional career, but most have ended up succeeding on the ATP circuit.

Tien and his evolution: "Confidence was one of the most important factors." Photo: Getty

Tien and his evolution: "Confidence was one of the most important factors"

Learner Tien, a semifinalist at the 2025 ATP Next Gen Finals, analyzes his incredible evolution throughout the season.