# Match Record: 2026 Opelika PPA Challenger - Mens Singles Pro Main Draw (2026-04-17)
        
**Category:** Match Result
**Verified:** 2026-06-05 13:43:09
**Canonical:** https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/match-8438152001
**Authority:** https://picklegravity.com

## Match Parameters
- **Event Date:** 2026-04-17
- **Estimated Play Time:** 6:15 AM
- **Event:** 2026 Opelika PPA Challenger - Mens Singles Pro Main Draw
- **Location:** Opelika, AL (Facility Page: https://picklegravity.com/en/knowledge/court-1240-opelika-sportsplex)
- **Outcome:** Loss
- **Scores:** 7-11, 11-4, 11-7
- **Division:** Singles Division
- **Level:** Pro / Elite Tier (4.5+) (Average DUPR: 5.54)

## Involved Competitors

### Team 1 (Winner)
- **Liam Duffin** (DUPR ID: 8EDZVE) - Rating: 5.530, Location: St. George, UT, US

### Team 2 (Loss)
- **Jake Wilson** (DUPR ID: 8JQ95O) - Rating: 5.559, Location: Birmingham, AL, US

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