The #14 NC State women's tennis team suffered a narrow 4-3 defeat to #22 Duke at Cary Tennis Park. This loss ended NC State's impressive 14-match streak of securing the doubles point, marking the longest such run in the program's history. Duke started strong by winning the doubles point, but NC State bounced back in singles with noteworthy victories. Ultimately, the match concluded with NC State's Gabriella Broadfoot losing a closely contested three-set match that sealed Duke's victory.

By the Numbers
  • NC State had a 14-match doubles point streak before the loss.
  • The singles match lasted a total of three sets on court two, with Broadfoot losing 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-2.
State of Play
  • NC State's Anna Zyryanova and Victoria Osuigwe both won their singles matches decisively.
  • Duke's victory was their second consecutive win against NC State this season.
What's Next

NC State will face Virginia Tech on April 10 and then Virginia, wrapping up their regular season with these crucial matches. Success in these contests is pivotal for their postseason positioning.

Bottom Line

The loss to Duke highlights a challenging moment for NC State as they aim to rebound quickly before heading into the final stretch of the regular season. Maintaining focus and momentum will be crucial for the Wolfpack to regroup effectively.