The No. 7 Auburn gymnastics team once again fell short against No. 6 Alabama, 196.875-196.075, extending the Crimson Tide’s winning streak over the Tigers to 117 straight meets.
At the midpoint, the Tigers only trailed Alabama by 0.050, but struggles on the final two events doomed Auburn’s chances.
Auburn began on vault, scoring a 49.100, where senior Lexus Demers led the Tigers with a 9.875.
Bars were next for the Tigers, where they scored a 49.250, led by senior Caitlin Atkinson’s 9.875.
After the first two rotations, the Tigers trailed Alabama 98.400-98.350.
On beam, Auburn scored a 48.825 and were led by sophomore Abby Milliet’s 9.850.
The Tigers finished on floor, scoring a 48.900, led by Atkinson’s 9.825.
Auburn falls to 2-1 overall and 1-1 in the SEC. The Tigers will face Florida in Auburn Arena on Friday, Jan. 22 at 7:30 p.m. CT.
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