Glencora McGhie’s five-goal haul helps Stingers edge out China in water polo international

AUSTRALIA has recorded its fourth successive victory over Olympic rivals China this year after beating the world water polo power 12-10 in Texas.

AUSTRALIA has recorded its fourth successive victory over Rio Olympic rivals China this year after beating the world water polo power 12-10 in the opening match of the FINA World League Intercontinental Tournament in Texas.

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London Olympian Glencora McGhie starred for the Stingers in their tournament opener by scoring five of Australia’s 12 goals.

“It was a really tough game, really physical which it always is with China,’’ said the experienced McGhie, whose teammates beat China 3-0 in a recent series in Australia.

“It was good to come away with the win but we still have a lot of team markers that we are yet to achieve.

“We have our game against Canada tomorrow so hopefully we can improve on tonight’s game.”

The Australian’s are bracing for a torrid time when they meet the USA at their home tournament on the weekend.

Greg McFadden with the Stingers at the London Olympics.

Both the US and Canada have yet to qualify for the Rio Olympics with the event in Texas a crucial part of their pre-Olympic qualification lead-up.

“The USA are naturally always the team to watch but with China and Canada both within the top 10 ranking we can’t underestimate any teams,’’ Australian coach Greg McFadden said.

The World League Intercontinental Tournament is a key preparation event for the Stingers ahead of their Rio Olympic campaign.

The Stingers next match is against Canada on Thursday.

Originally published as Glencora McGhie’s five-goal haul helps Stingers edge out China in water polo international