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No. 2 Ohio State Defeats No. 1 Virginia in Men's Tennis
Buckeyes Earn Third Straight Win Over Top-5 Opponent
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
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The No. 2-ranked Ohio State men's tennis team defeated the top-ranked Virginia Cavaliers 5-2 on February 7th at the Ty Tucker Tennis Center in Columbus. The Buckeyes, now 7-0 on the season, have won six consecutive matches against teams ranked No. 1 nationally.
Why it matters
This victory over the nation's top-ranked team continues Ohio State's impressive start to the season and solidifies their status as one of the top men's tennis programs in the country. The Buckeyes have now defeated three consecutive top-5 opponents, showcasing their depth and ability to win against elite competition.
The details
In doubles play, the Buckeye teams of Aidan Kim/Bryce Nakashima and Brandon Carpico/Nikita Filin clinched the doubles point for Ohio State. In singles, Alexander Bernard, Loren Byers, Preston Stearns, and Bryce Nakashima all recorded wins for the Buckeyes.
- The match took place on February 7, 2026.
- Ohio State is now 7-0 on the season.
The players
Ohio State Buckeyes
The No. 2-ranked men's tennis team from Ohio State University.
Virginia Cavaliers
The No. 1-ranked men's tennis team from the University of Virginia.
The takeaway
Ohio State's decisive victory over the nation's top-ranked team demonstrates the Buckeyes' status as an elite men's tennis program capable of winning against the best competition in the country.
