UC Irvine men's tennis achieved a dramatic 4-3 comeback victory over Dartmouth after trailing 3-1. The Anteaters secured the doubles point initially but faced a setback as Dartmouth won the first three singles matches. However, Max Fardanesh, Hiroki Sakagawa, and Sohrob Amiryavari all rallied back from first-set losses to clinch wins and turn the match in favor of UCI. This victory maintains UCI's unbeaten record at home this season.

By the Numbers
  • UCI improved to 8-6 with this win.
  • Max Fardanesh, Hiroki Sakagawa, and Sohrob Amiryavari all secured comeback wins after losing the first set.
  • The Anteaters are 8-0 at home this season.
State of Play
  • UCI was down 3-1 after Dartmouth's strong start in singles.
  • The doubles pairing of Tal Goodman and Hiroki Sakagawa won decisively 6-1.
  • Sohrob Amiryavari clinched the decisive match with a 6-1 victory in the final set.
What's Next

UCI will face UC Davis in their Big West opener on March 31, with first serve scheduled for 2 p.m. at Marya Welch Tennis Center.

Bottom Line

The Anteaters showcased resilience and determination in overcoming a significant deficit, reinforcing their strong home performance. This thrilling victory sets a positive tone as they head into conference play.