UCLA`s men’s tennis team defeats USC in a thrilling NCAA match, while the women fall to Texas A&M.

UCLA`s men`s tennis team secured a thrilling 4-2 victory against crosstown rival USC at the Los Angeles Tennis Center, advancing to the NCAA Championship quarterfinals in Waco, Texas. The match was a nail-biter, with all six singles contests reaching third sets. Key contributions came from Alexander Hoogmartens, Kaylan Bigun, and Emon van Loben Sels, who helped establish a 3-1 lead. Spencer Johnson clinched the win with a decisive ace, marking a significant moment in the rivalry.

In doubles, Johnson and Aadarsh Tripathi maintained their perfect 8-0 record, defeating USC`s Volodymyr Iakubenko and Oscar Weightman 6-2. However, USC`s Tristan Bradley and Peter Makk claimed a 6-3 victory, and Connor Church and Nathan Trouve edged out van Loben Sels and Gianluca Ballotta 7-6(6).

Meanwhile, the UCLA women`s tennis team faced a setback, losing 4-2 to second-seeded Texas A&M at the Mitchell Tennis Center. Notable performances included Kimmi Hance`s upset over Nicole Khirin, while Mary Stoiana dominated Anne-Christine Lutkemeyer.

In other news, the Chattanooga Mocs men`s tennis team triumphed in the 2025 UTR Sports NIT Championship, defeating Saint Mary`s (CA) 4-2, showcasing strong doubles play and singles victories.

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