Note: Single-source report; awaiting corroboration.
Greece secured a crucial 14-9 win over Hungary in the Women's Division I Water Polo Tournament Group B match, improving their chances to reach the finals and qualify for the Sydney trip. Greece overcame a mid-game deficit and dominated the final quarter to seal the victory.
The match saw Greece initially trail 3-1 in the second period before Stefania Santa, Maria Patra, and Christina Siouti scored to regain the lead. Greece led 8-7 at the last break, then pulled away in the fourth quarter.
Hungary played without long-time captain Rita Keszthelyi, out for the season due to injury. The team now faces must-win games against Japan and Australia to keep their finals hopes alive.
Greek head coach Haris Pavlidis returned after a suspension, witnessing his team surge in the final quarter. The match included controversy when Hungarian head coach Sandor Cseh was ejected after protesting a penalty call by throwing his glasses into the pool.