Two close friends, Tien and Michelsen, are making waves at the Australian Open, reaching the fourth round for the first time in their careers. The two Californians, who have been friends since childhood, have trained together and support each other in their endeavors. Tien, the youngest player in the men’s bracket to reach Week 2 since Rafael Nadal, is impressing with his performance on the court. Michelsen also showed his talent by defeating top-ranked players in previous rounds. Their success at the tournament, alongside other American men, marks a resurgence in American tennis talent. With three American women also in the fourth round, the future of American tennis looks promising. Tien’s coach, Eric Diaz, expressed his confidence in the young players’ abilities, indicating a bright future ahead. With more matches to come, Tien and Michelsen are set to continue their remarkable run at the Grand Slam event.
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OC’s Learner Tien and Alex Michelsen Advance to 4th Round in Daily News Tournament
