Aussie Stingers down Russia 11-8

Australian Associated Press – Sat, Aug 4, 2012 1:43 AM AEST

Australia's women's water polo team secured top spot in their group with a 11-8 triumph against Russia at the London Olympics on Friday.

The Australians were undefeated in their three preliminary group matches and progress into the quarter-finals of the tournament.

Defender Nicola Zagame scored four goals and captain Kate Gynther and Bronwen Knox eached netted two in Australia's victory against the previously unbeaten Russians.

Australia will play the loser of Friday night's match between Great Britain and Italy in their knockout quarter-final.

Overall Medal Count

Country Gold Silver Bronze Total
1 United States 46 29 29 104
2 China 38 27 23 88
3 Great Britain 29 17 19 65
4 Russia 24 26 32 82
5 South Korea 13 8 7 28
6 Germany 11 19 14 44
7 France 11 11 12 34
10 Australia 7 16 12 35
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