No. 3 Texas Men's Tennis swept Montana 4-0 in the NCAA Tournament's first round, advancing to face No. 37 Cornell. This victory marks the Longhorns' 12th consecutive year reaching the second round. Texas secured the doubles point with wins at the Nos. 2 and 3 matches, followed by decisive singles victories from Eriksson, Bailly, and Gorzny. The team demonstrated dominance with Eriksson providing a notable 6-0, 6-0 win in singles. The next match against Cornell is scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m. CT.

By the Numbers
  • Texas has reached the second round of the NCAA Tournament for the 12th straight year.
  • Eriksson won his match with a score of 6-0, 6-0; Bailly followed with a 6-0, 6-1 victory.
State of Play
  • Texas had a strong start in doubles, winning matches at Nos. 2 and 3 with 6-2 scores.
  • Eriksson was the first off the singles court, followed closely by Bailly and Gorzny who clinched the match.
What's Next

The Longhorns will face No. 37 Cornell in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, where they will aim to continue their pursuit of the title.

Bottom Line

Texas Men's Tennis showcased their strong performance in the first round, emphasizing their competitive edge as they prepare for the challenge against Cornell. The team's consistent success positions them as a formidable opponent moving forward in the tournament.