Aussie Sharks Out of Contention After Loss to Spain
Published Sat 31 Jul 2021
The Aussie Sharks have suffered their second straight loss at the Tokyo Olympic Games against top of pool B table Spain, 5-16.
The Spanish maintained their undefeated form, dominating from the outset and leading throughout.
Saturday's loss meant the Aussies were relying on Serbia to defeat Croatia later in the day to be able to book a quarter finals berth. But the Croats, desperate to keep their Olympic campaign alive, stepped up and were able to take a two point win over Serbia and thus ending Australia's chance to proceed.
While Spain and their European counterparts came into the Olympics with a solid amount of international competition under their belt through FINA and European tournaments, the Australians have had no international matches for more than 18 months due to travel restrictions with the global pandemic.
The Aussie Sharks delivered moments of brilliance throughout the preliminary rounds including an inspired win over 2012 Olympic champions Croatia earlier in the week.
