Wake Forest women's tennis lost 4-2 against No. 42 Notre Dame, dropping to a 10-11 overall record and 2-7 in the ACC. Despite strong performances from Evie Oxford and Sankavi Gownder, the team couldn't recover from a slow start in doubles. Notre Dame won two out of three doubles matches to take an early lead. Oxford and Gownder both won their singles matches, but losses at the top of the lineup sealed their defeat. The team has a chance to rebound in their final home match against Louisville on Sunday.

By the Numbers
  • Wake Forest's doubles team of Carton and Tannenbaum defeated No. 34 Molnar and Pozder 6-4.
  • Oxford improved her singles record to 15-2 this season, while Gownder is 14-1, marking a combined 29-3 record for the duo.
Yes, But

While Wake Forest showcased individual talent in singles play, their ongoing struggles in doubles have been a recurring issue this season, affecting their overall match outcomes.

State of Play
  • Wake Forest is 10-11 overall with three regular-season matches remaining.
  • Oxford and Gownder are performing exceptionally well, standing out in singles competition against tough opponents.
What's Next

The team will look to improve their record during their final home match on Sunday against Louisville, where they will honor senior Nevena Carton.

Bottom Line

Wake Forest must address its doubles performance to capitalize on the momentum generated by strong singles play; improving this area will be crucial for finishing the season on a high note.