The University of Miami Women’s Tennis team pulled off an impressive victory over a ranked opponent on Friday, prevailing over the fifth-ranked NC State Wolfpack 4-3. After dropping the doubles point, the Hurricanes showcased individual brilliance to clinch the win. No. 14 Alexa Noel notched the first singles victory over No. 35 and WTA-ranked No. 94 Diana Shnaider 6-4, 6-1 while No. 18 Elvalina Tewolde followed suit with a 6-4, 6-4 win. Nevin Arimilli came through with a tiebreaker victory to secure the team win, but the match came down to the No. 4 singles as Tewolde faced Umarova. With the whole team cheering her on, Tewolde persevered and emerged victorious with a three-set win to seal the win for the Hurricanes.

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