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Stanford Reclaims Stanford Axe After 5-Year Drought
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Stanford University reclaims the Stanford Axe, a historic trophy, after five years of Cals possession. The Stanford Cardinal defeated Cal thirty-one to ten in the Big Game, marking their first win since 2020. The Stanford Axe, an axe head on a wooden plaque displaying past scores, has a rich history dating back to 1899. It was initially stolen by Cal students and remained at Berkeley for thirty-one years before Stanford students recaptured it in 1930. Since then, the axe has been heavily protected, with both schools attempting to steal it. The axe carries unique traditions, including a changing score display and a cherished Stare Down transfer after each Big Game.
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