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Senior Mark Riddell??who lost his doubles match with partner Brandon Chiu in disappointing 8-6 fashion—hung on for a 6-2, 7-6 (4) victory to complete the singles sweep. Riddell had run away with the first set and held a 4-2 advantage in the second but needed a tiebreak for the victory...
...some, the real final was on Saturday, when Lingman and Riddell??who often play as a doubles team and are hitting partners—squared off in a semifinal. Lingman prevailed 6-2, 6-3 in a match that was closer than the score indicates...
...Riddell??s dramatic efforts in saving over 10 matchpoints allowed junior co-captain David Lingman to clinch the match and Ivy League crown for the Crimson. Although he was quite cognizant of the importance of his match, Riddell never counted the matchpoints that he had held off, and in fact, remained “oblivious to the score, because [he] didn’t want to get caught up in the situation...
Given last year’s disappointing finish, a 4-3 loss at Brown, Riddell??s jubilation is quite understandable. “This was the sweetest victory of the year. It was truly remarkable to earn a convincing victory against our rival.” What may have been even sweeter for the Crimson and its fans was the sight of Riddell, playing courageously and victoriously, despite the unfavorable circumstances...
Similarly, Riddell??s mental fortitude has led to an improved second serve, which he used to boost his power game. His timely service winners propelled him past his Alabama opponent in the deciding tiebreaker...