Men’s water polo: Indonesians win SEA Games gold, break Singapore’s 54-year reign

MANILA — The Indonesia men's water polo team beat Malaysia at the New Clark City Aquatic Centre in the Philippines, ending Singapore's gold streak at 27 consecutive editions of the SEA Games.

Indonesia's 14-7 win against Malaysia — their final match in the group — left them with seven points at the top of the table and beyond Singapore’s reach.

Indonesia dominated the match and were 4-0 ahead in the first quarter, extending their lead to 7-2 by the end of the second quarter.

Indonesia scored seven more points in the second half for a final score of 14-7.

Singapore are third in table with two points, with two matches left to play. Even if Singapore win their remaining matches, they would fall short of Indonesia’s seven points.

On Thursday, Singapore suffered their first defeat in SEA Games history to Indonesia when they were beaten 7-5.

The Games is held every two years and Singapore have been champions at every edition since 1965. CNA

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