Alabama Men’s Tennis Team Progresses to Second Round

The Alabama men’s tennis team had a strong showing on Friday as they advanced to the second round of the NCAA Tournament with a 4-1 victory over Charlotte in the Durham regional. Despite losing the doubles point early on, the Crimson Tide rallied and won four consecutive singles matches to secure the win and eliminate the 49ers.

Roan Jones kickstarted the comeback with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory in his match, leveling the team score at 1-1. Filip Planinsek and Matias Ponce De Leon followed suit with easy wins to put Alabama up 3-1, and Zach Foster completed the comeback with a come-from-behind victory in his matchup.

Today, the Crimson Tide’s schedule is packed with action, including softball facing off against Auburn, men’s tennis taking on No. 13 Duke, women’s tennis competing against SMU, and baseball playing against No. 16 Mississippi State.

In Crimson Tide history, on May 4, 1974, ABC announced that Alabama would be televised three times during the upcoming season, with the Iron Bowl against Auburn moved to a Friday kickoff. Additionally, linebacker Derrick Pope was born on this day in 1982.

As the countdown to the Crimson Tide’s 2024 football season opener continues, fans can reminisce about historic moments like the 1927 Rose Bowl touchdown that left Wu Winslett in awe. Stay tuned for more updates and special media content from the Crimson Tide.