Beijing Final Showdown: Sinner Dominates Learner Tien
Jannik Sinner delivered another masterclass on the big stage, sweeping Learner Tien 6-2, 6-2 in the ATP 500 final in Beijing. The Italian’s relentless accuracy and power kept the 19-year-old from the United States off balance throughout the match, producing a victory that lasted 1 hour and 11 minutes and solidified Sinner’s status as one of the season’s most consistent performers.
Match highlights that defined the night
Sinner’s serve was a weapon all night, finishing with ten aces as he dictated the rhythm from behind the first ball. Tien, a left-hander known for a clean backhand and brave tackling of pace, fought valiantly but found little margin against Sinner’s relentless pressure. The opening set swung decisively in Sinner’s favor after a sequence of aggressive serves and precise groundstrokes that allowed him to secure a mid-set break and close out 6-2. The second set followed the same script: a robust serving display, smart angles, and a few clean service winners that kept Tien from mounting a sustained comeback, sealing the match with another ace and a first-serve winner.
Post-match celebrations and the team behind the win
As the crowd exhaled, Sinner raised his fist to the Beijing sky, a signature gesture that capped a dominant performance. He then headed to the box to embrace the team that has supported him through the week: coach Simone Vagnozzi, physio Alejandro Resnicoff, and trainer Umberto Ferrara. On the camera lens he wrote a brief “Thank you!”—a nod to the collective effort that powers his success. With Melbourne and Wimbledon already in the trophy case for 2025, this Beijing title marks the third win of the year and sets the table for the next stop on the calendar: Shanghai.
What this title means for Sinner’s 2025 season
Beijing solidifies Sinner’s position as one of 2025’s most formidable players. His serve-and-precision game has become a blueprint on hard courts, and three titles by mid-season reflect a remarkable level of consistency. The victory in Beijing also injects momentum heading into the Shanghai Masters, where he will look to keep the roll going and build toward the season-ending events with confidence.
Learner Tien: A rising star with a compelling backstory
Tien, just 19, is a left-handed challenger whose roots trace back to Vietnam. Born to immigrant parents in the United States, his name honors his mother, who is an English teacher, while his sister Justice bears a nod to his father’s profession. In 2025, he reached the Australian Open round of 16 (losing to Sonego) and advanced to the Masters 1000 event in Canada, signaling a rapid ascent in the ATP rankings and a bright future on the tour.
Closing thoughts
Beijing provided another milestone in Sinner’s fast-rising 2025 journey: a clean, decisive win that showcased his growing maturity and resilience in big matches. With a third title of the year under his belt, he heads to Shanghai ready to extend the run, while Tien leaves Beijing with valuable experience and a confidence boost that portends more significant breakthroughs in the season to come.
