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CPBL: Kong Nien-en's Clutch Hit Powers Guardians to Record-Setting Half-Season Win Total

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • The Fubon Guardians defeated the Wei Chuan Dragons 4-1 in a makeup game.
  • A bases-clearing double by Kong Nien-en in the bottom of the eighth inning secured the win.
  • This victory marked the Guardians' 33rd win of the first half of the season, setting a new club record.

The Fubon Guardians made club history today by achieving their 33rd win of the first half of the season, surpassing their previous record. They secured a dramatic 4-1 victory over the Wei Chuan Dragons in a suspended game.

The decisive moment came in the bottom of the eighth inning. With the bases loaded, Kong Nien-en delivered a crucial bases-clearing double, driving in four runs and overturning a 1-0 deficit. This hit not only changed the scoreboard but also etched the Guardians' name in their record books.

Kong Nien-en expressed a sense of good fortune following his pivotal performance. The Guardians' win means they have now won more games in the first half of a season than ever before in their franchise history, surpassing the 32 wins recorded in the second half of 2019.

This record-setting win highlights a strong performance by the Guardians in the current season. The team's ability to come from behind and secure such a significant victory underscores their resilience and determination.

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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.