Doha: In a thrilling finale at the World Aquatics Championships, the United States women’s water polo team clinched their eighth world title, narrowly edging out Hungary with a score of 8-7 in the final match.
Heading into the fourth quarter, the match was deadlocked at 5-5. However, the U.S. surged ahead with crucial goals from Rachel Fattal, Maggie Steffens, and Ryann Neushul, establishing an 8-5 lead. Despite Hungary’s late comeback attempts, the U.S. maintained their composure to seal the victory with a final score of 8-7.
This triumph adds to the United States’ impressive record, marking their fifth title in the last six World Aquatics Championships, reaffirming their dominance in the realm of water polo.
Earlier in the day, Spain claimed the bronze medal by overcoming Greece with a narrow 10-9 victor