World Aquatics Championships: Brazil beats Singapore 19-8 in opening men's water polo match
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World Aquatics Championships: Brazil beats Singapore 19-8 in opening men's water polo match
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Team Singapore's men's water polo team lost 19–8 to Brazil in their World Aquatics Championship opener on Saturday (Jul 12).
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The match was held at the OCBC Aquatic Centre.
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Brazil dominated early, building an eight-goal lead in the first half.
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In the final quarter, both teams scored four goals each.
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About 300 spectators attended the match to support the teams.
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Among them was Minister Grace Fu, who is president of the Singapore National Olympic Council.
By CNA/Wallace Woon