Learner Tien vs Martin Landaluce, Predictions and Odds, Next Gen Finals

Today’s matchup between Learner Tien and Martin Landaluce is effectively a “survival match” at the Next Gen ATP Finals in Jeddah. Both players suffered surprising losses on Day 1, meaning the loser of this contest will likely be eliminated from semi-final contention.

Match Details

• Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
• Time: Following the 7:00 PM local match
• Location: King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah (Indoor Hard Court)
• Group: Blue Group (Round Robin)

Match Preview

• As the world No. 28 and top seed, Learner Tien is the heavy favorite to win the entire tournament. However, he struggled to close out his opening match against Rafael Jodar, failing to convert four match points. He will be looking to stabilize his serve and use his superior tour-level experience to dominate the Spaniard.
• Landaluce Under Pressure: The 19-year-old Spaniard is known for his aggressive baseline play, but he looked shaky in his opener against Budkov Kjaer. To stand a chance against Tien, he must improve his consistency and find a way to break through Tien’s defensive movement.
• Format Variance: The “Fast-4” format (sets to 4 games, no-ad scoring) favors players who start fast. Both players were slow to find their rhythm yesterday; whoever adjusts to the high-pressure points earliest today will have an edge.

Predictions and Betting Odds

Overall it’s Tien’s lefty serve and backhand stability vs Landaluce’s raw power (that we didn’t see much of in the first round). If Landaluce can’t hit through Tien’s defense early in the rallies, the American’s consistency is expected to wear him down.

Tien suffered an unexpected loss yesterday vs Jodar, and failed to convert four match points, but he didn’t play that bad to be honest. He will get his revenge here against another Spaniard who doesn’t look to be in great form.

Odds:

• Tien to win – 1.29 | -350
• Landaluce to win – 3.50 | +250