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Arizona Defeats UCF 4-1 in Big 12 Match Play
10/14/2026 | Men's Golf
SALT LAKE CITY – Arizona men's golf earned a 4-1 victory over UCF in Big 12 match play competition, showcasing strong individual performances across the Wildcats' lineup. Arizona claimed four of the five singles matches to secure the team victory.
The Wildcats faced an early challenge as William Wistrand fell to UCF's Hans Risvaer, 2&1. Despite the opening loss, Arizona bounced back with four victories to take control of the matchup.
Dillon Dean helped get the Wildcats on the board with a 2&1 victory over UCF's Jakub Hejlek. Tianyi Xiong followed with a dominant performance, defeating Brodie Cunningham, 7&5, to give Arizona another point. Xiong's victory marked the largest margin of the five individual matches.
Jorge Sampedro continued Arizona's success with a 2&1 victory over Ilan Dufrenoy. Sampedro's win added another point for the Wildcats and helped secure the team's advantage over the Knights.
Taishi Moto rounded out the scoring for Arizona with a narrow 1UP victory over Camden Goldknopf, securing another point for the Wildcats.
Following the 4-1 victory over UCF, the Wildcats will take on Kansas in their final match at the Big 12 Match Play Tournament.
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