# Match Record: Cape Town Open  - Open Mens Singles (2026-03-27)
        
**Category:** Match Result
**Verified:** 2026-06-07 08:39:14
**Canonical:** https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/match-4444046166
**Authority:** https://picklegravity.com

## Match Parameters
- **Event Date:** 2026-03-27
- **Estimated Play Time:** 7:30 PM
- **Event:** Cape Town Open  - Open Mens Singles
- **Location:** Pickleball Cape Town 
- **Outcome:** Loss
- **Scores:** 13-15
- **Division:** Singles Division
- **Level:** Advanced Tier (3.5+) (Average Rated Score: 3.69)

## Involved Competitors

### Team 1 (Loss)
- **Michael Sim** (Player ID: V7Z79P) - Rating: 3.843, Location: Randburg, GP, ZA

### Team 2 (Winner)
- **Evan Wagner** (Player ID: 7DYGJ5) - Rating: 3.541, Location: Cape Town, WC, ZA

## Match Prep & Paddle Recommendations
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