The Harvard women’s tennis team commenced its California tour in impressive fashion, extending its winning streak to seven by defeating Cal State Fullerton 4-2 in a hard-fought match.
The day opened with a dominant doubles performance from Iveta Daujotaite and Angel You, securing a commanding 6-1 victory. Although Cal State Fullerton claimed the final two doubles wins, the Crimson swiftly rebounded with a remarkable display of skill and determination.
Despite an initial setback with the Titans clinching the first singles victory, Harvard surged back with Maxi Duncan and Sany Gawande securing identical 6-3 triumphs in the No. 4 position. Kate Kim then continued the winning streak at the No. 6 spot with two decisive 6-4 victories, marking her 20th win of the 2023-24 season.
Holly Fischer sealed the Crimson’s victory at the No. 1 spot, claiming a convincing 6-1 victory in the first set and powering through tiebreakers in the second set to secure a straight-set win, cementing Harvard’s triumph.
The impressive performance of the team is evident, with an 11-2 record and a seven-game winning streak, marking a historical start for the program. The victory for Iveta Daujotaite and Angel You underlines their strong partnership and skill on the court, while individual achievements such as Kate Kim surpassing 10 wins in dual competition and Holly Fischer and Maxi Duncan collecting their 11th singles victory of the year further highlight the team’s consistent performance.
Harvard’s undefeated record against the Titans solidifies its position in the league and offers a promising outlook for the remainder of the season. The team’s next fixture against Long Beach State on Thursday, March 14 at 5:00 p.m. ET/2:00 p.m. PT is anticipated to showcase another thrilling display of talent and sportsmanship as they continue their pursuit of victory.
The remarkable performance of the Harvard women’s tennis team continues to captivate and inspire, exemplifying the strength, resilience, and unwavering spirit of its players as they forge their path to success on the court.