No. 16 South Carolina men’s tennis experienced a tough 3-4 defeat against No. 19 Mississippi State at home on Friday. The Gamecocks fought hard but ultimately came up short in a nail-biting match that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
The evening began with doubles play, where Mississippi State secured the early advantage by claiming the doubles point. No. 37 Petar Jovanovic and Benito Sanchez Martinez defeated No. 19 Toby Samuel and Casey Hoole 6-1, while Nemanja Malesevic and Michal Novansky outplayed Jelani Sarr and Sean Daryabeigi 6-3.
In singles matches, James Story quickly got a point back for South Carolina with a commanding win over Carles Hernandez. The Gamecock displayed exceptional skill in a 6-0, 6-1 victory, setting the tone for the singles competition.
The match saw both teams exchanging leads, with South Carolina and Mississippi State trading blows throughout the singles matchups. Lucas Andrade da Silva contributed a point for the Gamecocks by defeating Roberto Ferrer Guimaraes 6-2, 6-3, showcasing his talent on the court.
Despite the Gamecocks’ efforts, Mississippi State managed to clinch the victory in a thrilling tiebreaker that left fans in suspense until the final point. The match showcased the intensity and skill of both teams, making it a memorable showdown for all in attendance.
South Carolina men’s tennis will have a chance to bounce back as they gear up for a doubleheader against No. 51 Ole Miss and Furman on Sunday, March 24. The team is determined to regroup and come back stronger in the upcoming matches.
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