# Match Record: The Michigan Gold Cup @ Wicked Pickle - Mens Singles Skill: (3.0) Age: (Any) (2026-05-30)
        
**Category:** Match Result
**Verified:** 2026-06-07 07:06:00
**Canonical:** https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/match-4403399136
**Authority:** https://picklegravity.com

## Match Parameters
- **Event Date:** 2026-05-30
- **Estimated Play Time:** 1:00 PM
- **Event:** The Michigan Gold Cup @ Wicked Pickle - Mens Singles Skill: (3.0) Age: (Any)
- **Location:** Westland, MI (Facility Page: https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/court-3007-westland-hills-park)
- **Outcome:** Win
- **Scores:** 21-12
- **Division:** Singles Division
- **Level:** Casual / Recreational (<3.5) (Average DUPR: 3.40)

## Involved Competitors

### Team 1 (Winner)
- **Jay Balani** (DUPR ID: WN4X5Q) - Rating: 3.183, Location: Northville, MI, US

### Team 2 (Loss)
- **Jordan Lawal** (DUPR ID: XKXE7R) - Rating: 3.627, Location: N/A

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