The UNLV men's tennis team wrapped up their away matches on Sunday, facing off against the 74th-ranked University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. The Lobos emerged victorious, securing a 4-0 win at the McKinnon Family Tennis Stadium. This outcome leaves the Rebels with a record of 7-10 overall and 1-4 in Mountain West Conference play, while the Lobos improved to 12-7 and 3-1. The match saw New Mexico dominate both doubles and singles competitions.
In the doubles segment, UNM secured victories in the first two completed matches, giving them an early lead. Their duo of Aram Noroozian and Georgio Samaha triumphed over Thomas Navarro and Ilia Snitari from UNLV with a score of 6-1. Additionally, Daniil Kakhniuk and Nicolas Recoura of New Mexico defeated Roberto Hernandez and Illia Maksymchuk from UNLV with a convincing 6-2. These wins set the stage for what was to come in the singles matches.
Moving into singles competition, Avery Tallakson of New Mexico delivered a strong performance by defeating Roberto Hernandez from UNLV in straight sets, 6-4, 6-4. Similarly, Georgio Samaha showcased his prowess by overcoming Vitaliy Horovoy from UNLV with scores of 6-3, 6-4. Aditya Balsekar also contributed significantly to the Lobos' success, beating Illia Maksymchuk in two decisive sets, 7-6 (7-1), 6-2. These victories ensured that New Mexico clinched the match well before all games were completed.
Looking ahead, the UNLV Rebels are set to honor their seniors during their final home game of the season against UNR. Scheduled for Thursday at 4 p.m., this match will take place at the Fertitta Tennis Complex. Admission is free, and fans attending will have the opportunity to receive a commemorative UNLV Tennis T-shirt while supplies last.
As the season progresses, the UNLV men's tennis team remains focused on improving their performance and celebrating their achievements. With the support of their loyal fan base, they aim to conclude the year on a high note, demonstrating resilience and determination in every upcoming contest.