URBANA, Illinois -- The eighth-seeded University of Iowa men's tennis team defeated ninth-seeded Wisconsin, 4-0, Thursday afternoon in the first round of the Big Ten Tournament contested at Akins Tennis Center.
"A great team effort today. Everyone who was able to play, played in the match and helped the team win. We accomplished one of our goals to advance to the quarterfinals of the Big Ten Tournament. We are excited for another opportunity to play Illinois," said UI head coach Ross Wilson.
Highlighted by a win over a ranked opponent at No.1 doubles, the Hawkeyes did not hold back winning five straight matches in doubles and singles.