Learner Tien vs Nuno Borges Preview & Prediction | 2026 Australian Open | Third Round

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Learner Tien faces Nuno Borges at the 2026 Australian Open.

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Venue: Melbourne Park, Melbourne, Australia

Surface: Outdoor hard

How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / USA – ESPN

How to watch online: UK – discovery+ / USA – ESPN+ & Tennis Channel

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Learner Tien vs Nuno Borges prediction

Learner Tien’s latest adventure Down Under could see him match his exploits on debut last year.

The American famously defeated Daniil Medvedev on his way to the round of 16 and he could find himself back at the same stage in 2026 if he can take down Nuno Borges.

The American was in sparkling form in his 6-2 5-7 6-1 6-0 victory over Alexander Shevcheno last time out while Portuguese star, Borges broke Aussie hearts with a 6-7 6-3 6-2 6-4 triumph over Aussie wildcard Jordan Thompson.

Tien leads the head-to-head 1-0 having prevailed 6-2 7-6 at the Paris Masters late last year and given his love of hardcourts and impressive record at this tournament in his fledgling career, he’s a solid bet to progress again.

It’s worth pointing out that Nuno did reach the round of 16 in Melbourne back in 2024 and the third round last year, making this his most successful Slam.

It won’t be plain sailing but we do fancy Tien to live up to his status as an emerging talent, but it may be over four or five sets.

Learner Tien vs Nuno Borges tip: Over 3.5 sets