Williams got the win following a split decision - scored the 116-113 116-112 winner by two judges, even though one judge decided Harrison was the winner 114-113.
In this sentence what is the meaning of following the split decision?
Top answer
The judges had different opinions; two though he was the winner, but one judge thought someone else was the winner.
— Nona the brit
The judges had different opinions; two though he was the winner, but one judge thought someone else was the winner.
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