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FIH Hockey Pro League: Australia women's team came out tops in a high-paced 3-1 win over Spain, much to the delight of a big home crowd who braved the rain to watch some high-quality FIH Hockey Pro League action here on Saturday.

In the corresponding men’s game, Spain trailed in the match statistics but still played out a riveting 1-1 draw against the hosts for a share of the points. They then clinched the ensuing shootout 3-0 for a bonus point to end their Sydney leg on a high.

The Australian women made better use of their chances at critical moments and it gave them a slight edge throughout their contest against Spain.