In this episode of Nothing Major, the guys kick things off with their 2026 predictions, covering topics like which player will win their first tour-level title, Masters 1000 winners, breakthrough players, and more! After sharing their insights, they dive into an incredible interview with the next-gen tennis star, Learner Tien. Learner talks about his relationship with coach Michael Chang, facing Sinner in a final, and the story behind flying economy class after a title win. 

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
01:27 2026 Predictions: First Tour Level Title
04:06 2026 Predictions: First Masters 1000 
06:19 2026 Predictions: Breakthrough Players
09:17 2026 Predictions: Top 10 Debuts
11:15 2026 Predictions: Biggest Falloffs
13:27 2026 Predictions: Rivalling the New Two
16:08 2026 Predictions: Grand Slam Winners
22:19 Interview with Learner Tian
24:49 Reflecting on Career Decisions
25:07 Next Gen Title
26:31 Handling Pressure and Expectations
30:16 Financial Management and Family Support
31:18 Hitting Stride and Confidence Boosts
37:12 Coaching Partnership with Michael Chang
44:39 Winning First ATP Title
50:43 Tour Experiences
57:18 Goals and Reflections for 2026

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In this episode of Nothing Major, the guys kick things off with their 2026 predictions, covering topics like which player will win their first tour-level title, Masters 1000 winners, breakthrough players, and more! After sharing their insights, they dive into an incredible interview with the next-gen tennis star, Learner Tien. Learner talks about his relationship with coach Michael Chang, facing Sinner in a final, and the story behind flying economy class after a title win. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:27 2026 Predictions: First Tour Level Title 04:06 2026 Predictions: First Masters 1000  06:19 2026 Predictions: Breakthrough Players 09:17 2026 Predictions: Top 10 Debuts 11:15 2026 Predictions: Biggest Falloffs 13:27 2026 Predictions: Rivalling the New Two 16:08 2026 Predictions: Grand Slam Winners 22:19 Interview with Learner Tian 24:49 Reflecting on Career Decisions 25:07 Next Gen Title 26:31 Handling Pressure and Expectations 30:16 Financial Management and Family Support 31:18 Hitting Stride and Confidence Boosts 37:12 Coaching Partnership with Michael Chang 44:39 Winning First ATP Title 50:43 Tour Experiences 57:18 Goals and Reflections for 2026</div>

Join former American tennis stars Sam Querrey, John Isner & Steve Johnson as they hope to serve up more laughs than Grand Slam titles on the podcast Nothing Major. 

Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).

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Join former American tennis stars Sam Querrey, John Isner &amp; Steve Johnson as they hope to serve up more laughs than Grand Slam titles on the podcast Nothing Major. 

Expect untold tales, a behind the scenes look at life on tour, and relentless banter that only comes from guys who've seen it all (except that elusive major win).

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Nothing Major

 Learner Tien on Sinner, Chang & Next Gen + 2026 Predictions | EP 136

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