Tough Showdown Ahead: Norrie Faces Tien in Abierto Mexicano Telcel

ACAPULCO, Mexico — Cameron Norrie, ranked No. 74, will take on Learner Tien, ranked No. 83, in the Round of 32 at the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC on Monday, February 24. Norrie enters the match as the favorite, with odds set at -125 against Tien’s -102. This matchup will take place at the Arena GNP Seguros on a hard court surface.

The implied chances of each player winning, based on the moneyline odds, paint a competitive picture. Norrie has a 55.6% chance to win, while Tien has a slightly lower 50.5% implied probability. The stakes are high, with both players looking to advance in the tournament and improve their respective rankings.

This year has been a rollercoaster for the two players. Norrie has a match record of 7-2 in 2025, while Tien is 3-4. In terms of their overall performance in sets, Norrie holds an 19-10 record compared to Tien’s 8-10.

Norrie will rely on his greater experience on the ATP Tour, having previously achieved a career-high ranking within the top 20. Meanwhile, Tien, at just 19 years old, represents the next generation of up-and-coming talents in men’s tennis. Both players will be eager to prove their worth in this critical encounter.

The tournament’s odds not only reflect this match but also indicate the potential for each player to claim the overall title. Tien’s odds to win the tournament stand at +5000, while Norrie’s are at +4000.

As the match approaches, fans and analysts alike are keen to see how each player will perform under pressure. “It’s going to be a challenging match,” Norrie commented during an interview. “I know Learner has been playing well, and I need to be at my best to secure my place in the next round.”

With eyes on both players’ performances and the significance of this match within the broader context of the tournament, the tennis world remains excited for what promises to be an enthralling contest.