If you're checking your phone and wondering who won Auburn game today, the answer really depends on which Tigers squad you’re tracking. It’s been a busy Sunday on the Plains and beyond.
The big headline for the day actually came from the mats and the courts, not the gridiron. Auburn's No. 6 ranked gymnastics team headed into a hostile environment at Bud Walton Arena to face No. 10 Arkansas. Meanwhile, the No. 4 women's tennis team was busy taking care of business back home at the Yarbrough Tennis Center.
The Gymnastics Battle in Fayetteville
The gymnastics meet was a nail-biter, though maybe not the kind Auburn fans were hoping for. The No. 6 Tigers ended up falling to No. 10 Arkansas with a final score of 197.250 to 196.075. Honestly, the Tigers just looked a little flat to start. Coach Jeff Graba mentioned after the meet that while he saw plenty of fight, the team simply cannot afford to have many more meets where they start that slow.
Despite the loss, there were some bright spots you’ve gotta mention. Sophomore Sophia Bell was a total standout, winning the floor event with a 9.925. That’s her second meet in a row hitting that 9.9 mark, which is huge for her confidence. Junior Alex Irvine also shared the bars title, showing that the veteran leadership is still there. Sophomore Marissa Neal made her all-around debut too, finishing second with a 39.250.
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Dominance on the Tennis Courts
While the gymnastics team was fighting uphill in Arkansas, the women’s tennis team was basically a buzzsaw in Auburn. They didn’t just win; they dominated. The No. 4 Tigers picked up two 7-0 shutouts today, first against Liberty and then against Alabama A&M.
That moves them to 6-0 on the season.
Coach Jordan Szabo was happy with the wins but still thinks they can "make life a bit easier" on themselves in tight sets. Specifically, Ekaterina Khairutdinova and Ashton Bowers have been a force in doubles. They’ve only dropped one game in their last five matches together. That is a wild stat.
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What Happened with Auburn Basketball?
If you were looking for the men's basketball score, they actually played yesterday, Saturday, January 17. They grabbed a much-needed 71-67 win over South Carolina at Neville Arena. Filip Jovic was the hero there, putting up a career-high 23 points. They nearly let it slip away at the end, but Kevin Overton hit two clutch free throws with four seconds left to seal the deal.
They don't play again until Tuesday when they head to Oxford to take on Ole Miss.
Why Today’s Auburn Results Matter
When people ask who won Auburn game today, they’re usually looking for that one big score. But for a school like Auburn, "game day" is a multi-sport beast.
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- Gymnastics Rankings: The loss to Arkansas will likely cause a slight dip in the national rankings, but the 196.075 score is still a solid "road score" for the RQS (Regional Qualifying Score) calculations later in the season.
- Tennis Momentum: Starting 6-0 is exactly what you want before the meat of the SEC schedule kicks in.
- Basketball Recovery: After the men’s basketball team lost to Missouri earlier in the week, that Saturday win over South Carolina keeps them from spiraling in the conference standings.
Next Steps for Tigers Fans
If you want to keep up with the action, you’ve got a few things to mark on your calendar. The men’s basketball team has that road trip to Ole Miss on Tuesday, January 20. Tip-off is set for 8:00 PM CST on the ESPN family of networks.
For the gymnastics fans, the team returns to Neville Arena soon. They’ll be looking to bounce back from the Arkansas loss and clean up those early rotations on bars and vault. Keep an eye on the injury report for any minor tweaks, as the SEC schedule is a gauntlet this time of year.
Basically, it was a day of mixed results for the Tigers. A tough road loss in gymnastics was balanced out by total perfection on the tennis courts.
Check the SEC Network or the official Auburn Tigers app for local broadcast times for the upcoming week. The schedule is packed, so make sure your DVR is ready.