MANILA, Philippines – Irish Magno is the first casualty for Philippine pugs at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics after a Round of 16 exit at the Kokugikan Arena on Thursday.
Magno fell against Thailand's Jutamas Jitpong via unanimous decision, thus ending her journey in her first Olympic appearance.
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Four judges scored the bout in favor of Jitpong, 30-27, while another had it 29-28.
Jitpong used an aggressive start in the first two rounds to gain complete control of the bout.
While Magno tried to step it up in the third round, time was not on her side as she trailed behind her opponent, who safely fought at a distance and picked her shots.
Only one judge gave a round to Magno in the third round, 10-9.
Three Pinoy pugs remain in medal contention with Nesthy Petecio already assured of at least a bronze medal.