Estudiantes defeats Racing 85-80 in Pre-Federal basketball

In the sixth round of the Pre-Federal 2026 Tournament (South Conference – Zone A), Estudiantes secured a home victory against Racing with a final score of 85-80.

Estudiantes established an early lead, winning the first quarter 25-14 and extending their advantage to twenty points during the second period. Racing managed to reduce the deficit before halftime, trailing 49-36. The third quarter featured high-scoring exchanges, with Estudiantes maintaining a twelve-point lead heading into the final period.

Racing mounted a late comeback, narrowing the gap to five points with only one minute remaining. However, Estudiantes secured the win through defensive plays and successful free throws by Santiago Arese and Rincón in the closing seconds. Federico Marín led the scoring for Estudiantes with 22 points, supported by Santiago Dilascio, who contributed 20 points.