Indian handball team loses to South Korea in Asiad

INCHEON: The Indian handball team's dismal show continued as it lost 19-39 to South Korea in its second group D match at the 17th Asian Games here today.

The Indians trailed the host team 6-21 in the first half before losing the second half 13-18.

The Koreans were incisive in their striking with Hyeonsik Lee being the top-scorer, converting eight of the 15 shots he took at the goal.

Sanguk Lee sent in seven, while Doyeop Hwang scored five in the home team's domination.

The Indians, on the other hand, found the going tough with Hardev Singh managing to convert just three of his 11 shots at the goal.

Satish Pawar top-scored for the Indian team with four goals.