Sultan Azlan Shah Cup hockey: India settle for second place after losing to Belgium in hard-fought final
Belgium secured their maiden Sultan Azlan Shah Cup title, defeating India 1-0 in a hard-fought final. Thibeau Stockbroekx's 34th-minute strike proved decisive, leaving India with silver. Despite a strong showing from younger players and multiple penalty corner opportunities, India's offence couldn't break through Belgium's resolute defence, marking their second loss to the Belgians in the tournament.
Belgium secured their maiden Sultan Azlan Shah Cup title, defeating India 1-0 in a hard-fought final. Thibeau Stockbroekx's 34th-minute strike proved decisive, leaving India with silver. Despite a strong showing from younger players and multiple penalty corner opportunities, India's offence couldn't break through Belgium's resolute defence, marking their second loss to the Belgians in the tournament.
