Wake Forest women's tennis team faced a disappointing defeat against Syracuse, losing 4-3 after leading 3-1. The Demon Deacons initially excelled in doubles and singles, with crucial wins from Sankavi Gownder and Nevena Carton, but failed to secure the final points needed for victory as Syracuse rallied back. This match marked their sixth loss in the ACC this season, deepening their struggles in conference play. Wake Forest aims to rebound with their next match against Boston College.

By the Numbers
  • Wake Forest started the match with a 3-1 lead before ultimately losing 4-3.
  • Sankavi Gownder improved her singles record to 12-1 this season.
  • Wake Forest has a current record of 9-10 overall and 1-6 in the ACC.
State of Play
  • Wake Forest leads the series against Syracuse 1-0 after winning the doubles session.
  • After leading 3-1, the Deacs dropped the final three singles matches.
  • The Demon Deacons have lost three consecutive matches in the ACC.
What's Next

Wake Forest will face Boston College, who has struggled this season, giving the Deacs an opportunity to recover and secure their second ACC win. The match is crucial for gaining momentum in their season.

Bottom Line

The loss against Syracuse underscores Wake Forest鈥檚 need to learn from tight matches and convert leads into wins. The upcoming match against Boston College presents a pivotal opportunity for redemption.