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Trio of Tigers in Men's FINA 2017 World Championships

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STOCKTON, Calif. - A trio of Pacific men's water polo alums will take part in the FINA 2017 World Championships, which open today in Budapest. Alex Obert will represent Team USA, while Balazs Erdelyi is a member of Hungary, the tournament's host. Devon Thumwood has been named to Team Canada's roster.

Obert is a three-time All-American and Pacific's last finalist for the Peter J. Cutino award, given to the top collegiate water polo player in the nation, as a nominee after the 2015 season.

Erdelyi finished his Pacific career in 2013, and is the most decorated Tiger of all-time as he won the 2012 and 2013 Peter J.