The University of Minnesota Golden Gophers facing the University of Wisconsin badgers for the 135th time, being the most played rivalry in NCAA Divison I history, on Nov. 29, 2025.
The University of Minnesota Golden Gophers facing the University of Wisconsin badgers for the 135th time, being the most played rivalry in NCAA Divison I history, on Nov. 29, 2025.
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The 135th Annual Axe Game, in Photos

The Golden Gophers defeated the Badgers 17-7 on Saturday, successfully holding onto Paul Bunyan’s Axe for the second year in a row.
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by Dilan Parekh
Published December 2, 2025
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Head Coach PJ Fleck running onto the field with the Golden Gophers for the final time this season, on Nov. 29, 2025. (Image by Dilan Parekh)
#1 Darius Taylor running out with the Golden Gophers, on Nov. 29, 2025. (Image by Dilan Parekh)
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#1 Darius Taylor scoring the first touchdown of the game in the second quarter. (Image by Dilan Parekh)
The Golden Gophers officially claiming Paul Bunyan’s Axe, defeating Wisconsin for the second year in a row. (Image by Dilan Parekh)
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Fans rushing the field after the Gophers declared victory. (Image by Dilan Parekh)
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