Canada upsets host Hungary in women’s water polo at aquatics world championships
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Canada’s women’s water polo team is through to the semifinals at the world aquatic championships after a 6-4 win over host Hungary on Monday.
Monika Eggens of Maple Ridge, B.C., led the way for Canada with five goals. Emma Wright of Lindsay, Ont., added a sixth goal in the fourth quarter.
The game was tied 4-4 at the half, but Canada shut out Hungary the rest of the way behind goaltender Jessica Gaudreault of Ottawa.
“It was an incredible opportunity to play in front of such a big crowd,” said Canada’s Axelle Crevier. “We focused on our defence, every player knew what they had to do. We put pressure on the attackers and it was a key element of today’s win.”