PHL bows down to Malaysia in polo event, settles for silver

The Malaysian polo team successfully defended their crown after defeating the Philippines, 7-5.5, in the Southeast Asian Games at the Iñigo Zobel Polo Facility in Calatagan, Batangas Thursday.

JUST IN: Malaysia defends their gold medal in the #SEAGames2019 Division A Polo Event after beating the Philippines, 7-5.5.

Philippines settles for a silver medal. ????????

— Mav Gonzales (@mavgonzales) December 1, 2019

Prince A'long gave Malaysia the lead with more than a minute left in the game, 7-5.5.

Philippines' Tommy Bitong tried to score for the Nationals but his attempt hit the goalpost.

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—MGP, GMA News