Kentucky Mounts Record Road Comeback, Secures Overtime Victory Against South Carolina
No. 24 Kentucky achieved its largest road comeback win in program history, defeating South Carolina 35-34 in overtime in Columbia after converting a crucial two-point conversion.
Lexington, KY, October 3, 2026 — No. 24 Kentucky football secured a historic victory on the road, staging the largest comeback in program history to defeat South Carolina 35-34 in a dramatic overtime contest. The Wildcats achieved the significant win in Columbia, South Carolina.
The pivotal moment of the game came in overtime when Kentucky successfully converted a crucial two-point conversion, which proved to be the deciding factor in the narrow 35-34 victory. This comeback marks a significant achievement for the Kentucky program, setting a new record for its largest road comeback win.
Further details regarding the specific score at halftime, the margin of the comeback, or the exact nature of the two-point conversion play were not provided in the summary. The outcome, however, places Kentucky at 35 points, with South Carolina concluding the game with 34 points after the overtime period.
The significance of this win is amplified by its status as the program’s largest road comeback, underscoring the team’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure in a challenging away environment.
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