Duke women's golf freshman Rianne Malixi achieved individual excellence with an 11-under-par, 205, placing second at the ACC Championship. The Duke team collectively scored 851 over 54 holes, securing a fourth-place finish and a spot in match play. Duke will face NC State in the quarterfinals after the top six teams advanced. The school's score marks the lowest in program history for a par-72 course at this event. Malixi also recorded the second-best 54-hole score in Duke's ACC history.

By the Numbers
  • Duke women's golf carded a team score of 851, marking the lowest in program history on a par-72 course at the ACC Championship.
  • Rianne Malixi recorded an 11-under-par score, finishing second among individuals, and now holds a combined 31-under-par over the last four events.
State of Play
  • Duke is set to compete against NC State in match play for the first time since 2023.
  • Malixi's performance has included no worse than a third-place finish in her last four tournaments, showcasing her consistent elite play.
What's Next

Duke will face NC State on Saturday, April 18, at 7:30 a.m. The winner will advance to play top-seeded Stanford later that day. As match play continues, the outcome will be crucial for determining the champion of the ACC Championship.

Bottom Line

With a strong showing in the ACC Championship, Duke women鈥檚 golf aims to leverage its momentum in the upcoming match play rounds. Malixi's remarkable performance illustrates her potential as the team seeks to advance further in the competition.