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Hungary beat Spain in water polo

Friday, 15 August 2008


BEIJING, Aug 14: Reigning Olympic champion Hungary ended Spain's winning streak in the men's water polo Thursday with a 8-5 victory at the Beijing Olympics.

Spain had a 3-2 advantage at the quarter break but by half-time Hungary had taken the lead. Despite a scoreless third period, Hungary were in control and scored two goals to finish the game in 8-5.

"We came out sleepy. Spain is a very fast team and they came ready to play.