M'sia Begin SEA Games Handball Campaign With Heavy Loss

BANGKOK, Dec 8 (Bernama) -- The national men’s handball squad kicked off their SEA Games 2025 campaign on a sour note after losing 20-39 to hosts Thailand in the opening group stage match at Pattaya Chonburi Indoor Athletics Stadium today.

Thailand began strongly, leading 15-10 early in the match, before Malaysia attempted to close the gap.

However, the hosts maintained control and extended their lead to 30-20.

In the final stages, Thailand tightened their defence and added nine more goals to seal a comfortable victory.

Malaysia are scheduled to face the Philippines in their second group stage match.

The 33rd edition of the biennial event officially opens on Dec 9 and will be held across Bangkok and Chonburi, concluding on Dec 20.

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-- BERNAMA