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Volleyball 16/01/2017

China volleyball receives four honours at CCTV Sports Awards

Beijing, China, January 16, 2017 – The Chinese women’s national team reaped four prestigious honours from China’s Central Television (CCTV) Sports Awards gala on Sunday.

Volleyball 27/12/2016

Rio 2016: Brazil celebrates its Olympic winners and Serginho takes centre stage

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 27, 2016 - On the day of the closing ceremony, it was the grand finale of the Rio Olympic Games and one of the most emotional moments of those incredible 17 days for the hosts: Brazil’s volleyballers won the long-awaited Olympic gold medal in the volleyball temple that is the Maracanãzinho.

Volleyball 26/12/2016

Rio 2016: Lang Ping and China earn place in history books

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 26, 2016 - More than a quarter of a year after winning gold at the Rio Olympics, that historic success is still occupying China’s golden volleyball legend “Jenny” Lang Ping.

Volleyball 15/12/2016

Italy claim team of the year at Gazzetta Sports Awards

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 15, 2016 – Italy’s men’s volleyball team were rewarded for their efforts in 2016 by winning the team of the year award at the Gazzetta Sports Awards.

Volleyball 13/12/2016

Max Holt joins USA 2016 Players of the Year

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 13, 2016 - Max Holt has been named USA Player of the Year for 2016 by USA Volleyball, the country's governing body for the sport, in recognition of his Rio 2016 Olympic performance where USA claimed the bronze medal.

Beach volleyball 05/12/2016

Brouwer/Meeuwsen and Guidetti nominated for Dutch awards

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 5, 2016 – Rio 2016 Olympic Games bronze medallists Alexander Brouwer and Robert Meeuwsen were nominated for Team of the Year, while Netherlands women’s national team coach Giovanni Guidetti is up for the Coach of the Year award in the NOS NOC * NSF Sports Gala to be held on December 21.

Volleyball 02/12/2016

Larson-Burbach receives second USAV Player of the Year award

Lausanne, Switzerland, December 2, 2016 - A stalwart of the USA team which won bronze at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and silver at this year's FIVB Volleyball World Grand Prix, outside hitter Jordan Larson-Burbach has been selected for the 2016 USA Volleyball Female Indoor Player of the Year award after also winning the prize in 2015.

Volleyball 30/11/2016

Ngapeth's 180-degree attack in Rio 2016 highlights

Lausanne, Switzerland, November 30, 2016 - Even three months after the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, the excitement of it all remains intense and the memories of the achievements of some of volleyball's finest still linger on.

Volleyball 29/11/2016

Lang Ping sees two options after Rio 2016 triumph

Lausanne, Switzerland, November 29, 2016 - China's coaching legend Lang Ping has indicated that her options going forward after leading her country to triumph at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games are either to continue with the women's national team or to retire.

Volleyball 05/10/2016

FIVB in Rio book celebrates volleyball's Olympic success

Buenos Aires, Argentina, October 5, 2016 - Published to coincide with the opening of the 35th FIVB World Congress, the FIVB in Rio book retraces the successes of the volleyball and beach volleyball tournaments at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games and looks back at the award-winning Volleyball House and the international federation's development activities in Rio de Janeiro.

Volleyball 21/09/2016

One month on, Rio in our hearts

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 21, 2016 - One month after the Rio 2016 Olympic Games we look back at a true celebration of volleyball at the iconic Maracanãzinho Stadium.

Volleyball 20/09/2016

Looking back: China win Olympic gold

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 20, 2016 - A month has gone by since the women's volleyball final at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, but the memories of China's victory remain strong.

Volleyball 14/09/2016

FIVB Volleyball House wins award for best hospitality house of Olympic Games in Legacy category

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 14, 2016 - The FIVB Volleyball House continues to inspire and impress a month after the Rio 2016 Olympic Games as it has been announced as the winner of a "Hospitality Houses of the Rio 2016 Games" award in the legacy category.

Volleyball 08/09/2016

Smashed, tied, revised or still standing: The Records of Rio 2016

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 8, 2016 - Olympic Records were shattered, tied, revised or simply left standing when the final count of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games was tallied. Here's the full roundup:

Volleyball 07/09/2016

A month after opening, Brazil still bask in Rio 2016 gold glory

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 7, 2016 - A month ago to the day, Brazil's men set off on unsure footing on what turned out to be a dream-come-true adventure, as they embarked on the Rio 2016 Olympic campaign by dropping their first set in the competition to Mexico.

Volleyball 06/09/2016

One month after first serve, memories of Rio still stay strong

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 6, 2016 - With a two-minute delay, at exactly 09:32 local time a month ago to the day, Dominican referee Denny Cespedes blew the first whistle and Korea's Park Jeongah stepped up to the service line in Rio de Janeiro's iconic Maracanazinho Stadium to get the biggest volleyball spectacle on the planet rolling.

Volleyball 05/09/2016

New Tech: The most eagle-eyed coaches at Rio 2016

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 5, 2016 - New technology for volleyball made its way into the Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a bang, introducing tablets for referees and coaches, intercom between officials and video challenge to be called by coaches. But who where the most successful of these coaches when it came to questioning the refs' decisions?

Volleyball 05/09/2016

Kim Yeon-koung learning lessons from Rio

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 5, 2016 – Korea’s dreams of claiming a first Olympic medal since 1976 Montreal Games may have ended at the quarterfinal stage in Rio, but for captain and star player Kim Yeon-koung, it was an experience she will not forget in a hurry.

Volleyball 02/09/2016

Zhu Ting nominated for Sportswoman of the Year Award

Lausanne, Switzerland, September 2, 2016 - If you were impressed by MVP Zhu Ting at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, now is your chance to vote for China's star outside hitter in the 2016 Sportswoman of the Year Award, an award organised by the Women's Sport Foundation.

Volleyball 29/08/2016

Brazil remain top of men’s world ranking after gold finish in Rio 2016

Lausanne, Switzerland, August 29, 2016 – Brazil strengthened their position at the top of the FIVB Senior World Ranking – Men after their gold medal finish at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, while world champions Poland also cemented their hold on second spot.

Volleyball 29/08/2016

Olympic champions China reach top spot in women’s world ranking

Lausanne, Switzerland, August 29, 2016 – China moved two places up in the FIVB Senior World Ranking – Women after a phenomenal gold medal finish in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, which also positioned them at the top of the ranking table.

Volleyball 24/08/2016

Press review: Volleyball still making headlines after rumble in Rio

Lausanne, Switzerland, August 24, 2016 – The Rio 2016 Olympic Games may have ended a few days ago, but volleyball is continuing to make headlines around the world after a spectacular event at both the Maracanazinho and on Copacabana beach.

Volleyball 24/08/2016

Priddy completes fourth Olympics with pride

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 24, 2016 - The 38-year-old American Reid Priddy featured at his fourth Olympics in Rio de Janeiro helping his team defeat reigning champions Russia on Sunday to claim a bronze medal.

Volleyball 23/08/2016

President Graça reflects on a dream come true for volleyball and beach volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 23, 2016 - FIVB President Dr. Ary S. Graça F° looks back at successes for volleyball and beach volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 23/08/2016

Serginho highlights role of libero with Rio 2016 MVP award

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 22, 2016 - The role of a libero is a thankless job - but nonetheless one that has to be done, and has to be done well. The spotlight centres on the monster blocks and the massive spikes, but if it weren't for liberos to set it all up, volleyball would be a poorer spectacle.

Volleyball 22/08/2016

Questions asked and questions answered as curtain falls on Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 22, 2016 - Just two short weeks ago, on the opening day of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, we posed questions awaiting answers ahead of the volleyball action. With the Games of the XXXI Olympiad now wrapped up, these questions have finally found their answers.

Volleyball 22/08/2016

Press review: Brazil crowned in spectacular Olympic finale

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 22, 2016 - Brazil defeated Italy to claim gold in the men's volleyball tournament on Sunday in a fittingly spectacular finale to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. The competition hosts celebrated late into the night as the Closing Ceremony at the Maracana looked ahead to the 2020 Games in Tokyo.

Volleyball 22/08/2016

MVP Zhu Ting celebrates Chinese team spirit

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 22, 2016 - A key player for China, tournament MVP Zhu Ting praised her team's efforts in their victory against Serbia in the women's volleyball tournament final on Saturday at the Maracanãzinho.

Volleyball 22/08/2016

From Rio to Tokyo, the countdown for 2020 is on!

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 - With the dust still to settle on the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, attention is already shifting to Tokyo 2020 -now 1433 days out, after the Olympic Flag was returned tonight from Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes to International Olympic Committe (IOC) President Thomas Bach, who in turn handed it over to Governor of Tokyo Yuriko Koike.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Social media heats up as Brazil top volleyball world

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – Brazil closed out the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games with Olympic gold at the Maracanazinho Arena on Sunday. Their 3-0 (25-22, 28-26, 26-24) win also ended a 12-year wait to be crowned Olympic champions following silver medal finishes at Beijing 2008 and London 2012.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Brazilian men prove critics wrong, as they turn silver to gold

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – Brazil captain Bruno Rezende was proud of their gold medal victory after some critics doubted their capability to reach the top podium in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, the gold medal victory is proof that they do it.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Brazil make triumphant return to the top of the podium

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – Brazil gave a lot of joy to the home crowd by winning the men’s volleyball gold medal of Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a straight-set 3-0 (25-22, 28-26, 26-24) victory over Italy in front of a delirious full house at Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Speraw counts on reserve players to earn bronze victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – United States coach John Speraw utilised his reserved players to turn things around against a tough Russian squad, they succeeded in five sets to earn the bronze medal.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

For USA’s Lee, “Tokyo no, World Championships yes, if they will have me!”

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 22, 2016 - Immediately after David Lee captained the United States’ men’s Volleyball team to a bronze medal at the Rio 2016 Olympics, the three-time “Summer” Games participant was asked about his future in the sport where he has played in over 280 international matches.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Tetyukhin's quarter-century Olympic journey comes to tearful end

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 - Tears in his eyes, Russia captain Sergey Tetyukhin, was inconsolable at the post-match Press Conference after Russia had the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men's volleyball bronze medal snatched out of their hands when USA staged an epic comeback from two sets down to win in five at the Maracanazinho. "It hurts, it hurts, and it hurts in a major way," he said.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Lang Ping becomes first person in volleyball to win Olympic gold as player and coach

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – China coach Lang Ping added another Olympic gold medal to her long list of outstanding achievements, this time as coach of the Asian squad that beat Serbia in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s final at Maracanazinho on Saturday.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

USA grab men’s bronze with fantastic comeback

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – The United States pulled off a sensational comeback from a 0-2 deficit to claim the bronze medal of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 with a 3-2 (23-25, 21-25, 25-19, 25-19, 15-13) victory over Russia on Sunday morning at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

China ride wave of fans' support to gold

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 - A huge TV audience in China and amazing support inside the Maracanazinho lifted China through to Olympic gold against Serbia in Saturday's final.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Volleyball men's top guns set for final battle in Rio

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 21, 2016 – Italy and Brazil will come face to face on Sunday in the decisive match for the men’s volleyball gold medal at Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Social media takes Maracanazinho women's medal match drama around the globe

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – China’s women finished the Rio de Janeiro 2016 Olympic Games on top of the volleyball world after they defeated Serbia in the gold medal match on Saturday.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

China put trust in teamwork to overcome adversity

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – China captain Hui Ruoqi admitted that China had a tough journey at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games to get the gold medal, but they had to trust on their teamwork for this glory.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

China crowned champions in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – The spectacular Zhu Ting propelled China to a 3-1 (19-25, 25-17, 25-22, 25-23) victory over Serbia to claim the gold medal of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Sloetjes rises above disappointment, looks ahead to Tokyo 2020

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – The Netherlands’ Lonneke Sloetjes had an excellent scoring performance at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, as she led her team to reach its first-ever top four finish in their volleyball history.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

Women's Rio 2016 final an all-female affair

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - For the first time in Olympic Games history two female referees are in charge of a volleyball final, officiating in the Rio 2016 women's gold medal game, China against Serbia at the Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 21/08/2016

This is what it's all about: The medals of Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - The women are picking up theirs tonight, the men's turn to collect their gold silver and bronze medals - the ultimate sporting symbols of a lifetime's achievement - comes tomorrow, as volleyball winds down at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

USA take inspiration from Kerri Walsh Jennings' bronze medal victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - USA coach Karch Kiraly and his team took inspiration from Kerri Walsh Jennings' bronze medal victory in beach volleyball, which helped them to get back and win a bronze medal against the Netherlands at Maracanazinho on Saturday.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

USA raise high wall to stop Netherlands for bronze medal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – The United States defeated Netherlands 3-1 (25-23, 25-27, 25-22, 25-19) to capture the bronze medal of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday afternoon at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Unique Maracanazinho semifinal atmosphere captured on social media

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – Fans, athletes and personalities have been flocking to the Maracanazinho in their thousands to watch the world’s biggest volleyball stars battle for an Olympic medal. They have been sharing their thoughts about the impressive venue across social media.

FIVB 20/08/2016

Technological advances transform field of play

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - The Rio 2016 Olympic Games have been a celebration of volleyball and beach volleyball, with the spectacular Maracanãzinho and Copacabana Beach venues taking player and spectator experiences to new levels. And technology is playing its role too.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Italy clash with Brazil chasing first ever Olympic gold

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - Who will triumph with the men’s volleyball gold from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games? This question will find its answer after the final match between Italy and hosts Brazil at the Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Two volleyball giants clash for Rio bronze

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 - The last competition day of the volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday will start with the men’s bronze medal match featuring the United States and Russia. They would have surely preferred to play for gold, but would not want to go home without a medal either.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Rematches of Athens 2004 for gold and bronze in Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 - Brazil and Italy have set themselves up a rematch of the Athens 2004 final, when both qualified to Sunday's Rio 2016 Olympic Games men's volleyball gold medal match after impressive appearances in Friday's semifinals against Russia and USA respectively.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Medal time is here for women’s tournament

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 20, 2016 – The decisive day has arrived at the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 Olympic Games with China and Serbia set to battle for the top honours of the event and the United States and Netherlands with their eyes focused on the third position of the podium.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Bruno played brilliant game - Bernardo

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Setter Bruno Rezende played brilliant in the distribution of the attack as Brazil advanced to their fourth consecutive gold medal match at the Olympic Game with a convincing shutout victory over defending champions Russia on Friday night.

FIVB 20/08/2016

FIVB delivers impressive sports presentation masterclass at Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Volleyball sets the standard for fan engagement at an Olympic Games through its new innovations.

Volleyball 20/08/2016

Brazil get redemption in Olympic rematch against Russia to reach Rio 2016 final

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Brazil defeated Russia 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-17) in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball semifinals at Maracanazinho on Friday.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Two-time gold medallist and Olympic final rookie to determine Rio 2016 champ

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 - The much anticipated final of the women’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is coming up on Saturday. The Olympic court at the Maracanazinho will welcome the national teams of Serbia and China, who will determine the 2016 Olympic champion.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Super Zaytsev propels Italy to first Olympic final in 12 years

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 - Italy will be playing in their first Olympic Games final since Athens 2004 and their third overall histrocally, after an intense and spectacular win 3-2 (30-28, 26-28, 9-25, 25-22, 15-9) over the Beijing 2008 gold medallists USA.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Netherlands target first ever Olympic medal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 - It is time for the medal matches in the women’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games! First, the Netherlands and USA will take to the court at the Maracanazinho on Saturday to determine who goes home with the bronze.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Italy are favourites to win gold in the men’s final

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Italy’s excellent service game was at its best in their 3-2 win over the United States in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball semifinals at Maracanazinho on Friday.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Serbia and China on collision course for women's Olympic glory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 - Serbia and China will vie Saturday for the ultimate sporting title, gold at the Olympic Games, after both scored impressive, thrilling and very intense wins in Thursday's women's semifinals at Rio 2016.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Powerhouses take the field at Maracanazinho in men’s semis

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Colossal battles between reigning champions and runners-up are about to happen in the semifinals of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games when the United States meet Italy and Russia take on hosts Brazil on Friday at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Lang Ping hopes for a better game against Serbia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 – Lang Ping did not like the idea of crossing the bridge until coming to it, so now that she is in the finals after overcoming Netherlands the coach of China is ready to concentrate in facing the team of Serbia for the Olympic gold medal.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Zhu Ting new entry at No. 3 on all-time top scorers list

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 - China star Zhu Ting joined the exclusive list of players who have scored 30 points or more in a single game at the Olympic Games, after bagging 33 as she led China to the women's volleyball final of Rio 2016 with a 3-1 win over The Netherlands Thursday night at the Maracanazinho.

FIVB 19/08/2016

Maracanãzinho Magic: Volleyball lights up Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 - With pulsating matches, remarkable displays of athleticism and an electric atmosphere, the volleyball competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games has been one of the Games’ great success stories and it is undoubtedly worthy of the same level of limelight generated by beach volleyball.

Volleyball 19/08/2016

Zhu Ting fires 33 to lead China to the Olympic final

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 – Zhu Ting led China in its phenomenal 3-1 (27-25, 23-25, 29-27, 25-23) triumph over the Netherlands in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball semifinals at Maracanazinho on Thursday.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Terzic: We defeated the best team in the world

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 – Serbian coach Zoran Terzic praised the prowess achieved by his players after the semifinal victory over United States a team he considers the best volleyball team in the world right now

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Serbia make magical comeback to earn trip to Olympic final

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 – Serbia had an incredible final moment, as they snatched a 3-2 (20-25, 25-17, 25-20, 16-25, 15-13) win over the United States in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball semifinals at Maracanazinho on Thursday.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

All Four Women’s Contenders come from “Group of Death”

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – The battle for the medals in the women’s volleyball segment of Rio 2016 Olympic Games features all four teams in the semifinal round –United States, Serbia, Netherlands and China- coming from the strong Pool B dubbed as “The Group of Death” prior to the start of the competition.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Battle of giants in Rio 2016 semifinal remake of London 2012 final

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 - The most decorated team in Olympic history, Russia, and hosts Brazil will lock horns in the second semifinal of the men’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Maracanazinho on Friday, in a remake of the London 2012 final four years ago.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Italy hope to build up from London 2012; USA already did

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 - Italy and USA will meet in the first semifinal of the men’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at the Maracanazinho on Friday.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

We need to play smart volleyball against Russia - Rezende

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Coach Bernardo Rezende said his Brazil team must play smart volleyball when they meet Olympic champions Russia in one of the men’s semifinals of the volleyball tournament next Friday.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

London 2012 final to be replayed in Rio 2016 semis

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 18, 2016 - Hosts Brazil and defending champions Russia set themselves up to clash in the men's volleyball semifinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games after both scored convincing wins in Wednesday's quarterfinals, together with Italy and USA.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Brazil defeat rivals Argentina to book last semifinal spot

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Brazil claimed the final semifinal spot, as they prevailed over their South American rivals Argentina 3-1 (25-22, 17-25, 25-17, 25-19) in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Wednesday.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Zaytsev ties Olympic serving record with 127 kph missile

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 - Italy's Ivan Zaytsev got himself in the record books in the men's volleyball quartefinals match against Iran today at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

The Italian Formula: Keep it simple and calm

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Italy advanced to the semifinals of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games by defeating Iran with a not complicated formula: Doing the simple things and keeping the calm.

Volleyball 18/08/2016

Italy advance to semifinals with 3-0 blitz over Iran

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Italy gained their seventh entry to the Olympic semifinals, following their 3-0 (31-29, 25-19, 25-17) victory over Iran in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Wednesday.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Serving was key - USA coach Speraw

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – The United States advanced to the semifinals of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games after a convincing victory over Poland based mainly on their effective serves.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

USA return to Olympic final four with 3-0 win over Poland

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – The United States triumphed over Poland 3-0 (25-23, 25-22, 25-20) in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Wednesday.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

I still believe in the power of my dreams - Gabi Guimaraes

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 - When China's Zhu Ting hit the last ball of the game off the hands of Natalia and out of bounds, a dead silence of disbelief fell over the otherwise raucus Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

The Olympics start with the quarterfinals - Alekno

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Russian Vladimir Alekno, who coached his team to a gold medal in London after a bronze in Beijing, said the Olympic Games volleyball tournament really starts with the quarterfinals.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Russia trounce Canada, stay on course for another Olympic glory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – Russia advanced to the semifinals and move one step closer to defend their gold medal, as they overpowered Canada 3-0 (25-15, 25-20, 25-18) in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Wednesday.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

France's Ngapeth: We're out, but not down

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – France’s Olympic dream ended at the hands of hosts Brazil on Monday. France, one of the favourites for a medal in Rio, finished with two wins out of five matches as Brazil grabbed the final spot from Pool A.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Men’s quarterfinals full of big machines

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 17, 2016 – The men’s volleyball quarterfinal phase of Rio 2016 Olympic Games take place on Wednesday at Maracanazinho in what is expected to be a display of powerful serves and electrifying spikes that are characteristic of the modern game.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Dream turns to nightmare as Brazil crash out of Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 - The dream of a third straight Olympic gold turned into a nightmare for defending champions, hosts and top favourites Brazil, as China stunned their team and their sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho with the Asian side going through to the women's volleyball semifinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games together with The Netherlands, USA and Serbia.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Hui Ruoqi: I am glad to continue in Rio

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – China’s coach Lang Ping gave credit to her players for showing character and battling hard for success in front of a partisan Brazilian crowd at Maracanazinho on Tuesday evening.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

China upset Brazil to end medal hopes

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – China posted a huge upset, as they ended Brazil’s Olympic reign with a 3-2 (15-25, 25-23, 25-22, 22-25, 15-13) win in the women’s quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracanazinho on Tuesday.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Boskovic ties serving speed record with 101kph rocket

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 - In addition to emerging top scorer in Serbia's emphatic 3-0 win over Russia for a ticket to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women's volleyball semifinals, Tijana Boskovic also tied the Olympic record for fastest serve with a lightning-fast missile clocked at 101 kilometres per hour.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Serbian Zoran Terzic warns about fast game of USA

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – Serbian Coach Zoran Terzic said to be satisfied with the straight- set victory over Russia but also suggested that the United States, their next opponent in semifinals, play more as a team and is much faster than Russia.

Volleyball 17/08/2016

Hard-serving Serbia book first ever Olympic semifinal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – Serbia served 12 aces in their straight-set (25-9, 25-22, 25-21) win over Russia in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Tuesday.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Kiraly praises defensive ability of Japan Team

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – Karch Kiraly admitted he loves to play against Japan which he considers owns the best defence in the world and bring the best out of his team.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

USA defeat Japan to gain third straight Olympic semifinals appearance

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – The United States kept their unbeaten run and gained the second semifinal spot in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball competition, following their straight-set (25-16, 25-23, 25-22) win over Japan in the quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Tuesday.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Guidetti: The most important match of our careers

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – Netherlands’ coach Giovanni Guidetti paid credit to his players and staff after winning against Korea the match he considered the most important of their careers – himself included.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

The Netherlands rout Korea 3-1, enter historic Olympic semifinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – The Netherlands will make their first ever Olympic semifinal appearance, following their 3-1 (25-19, 25-14, 22-25, 25-20) win over Korea in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball quarterfinals at Maracanazinho on Tuesday.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Women’s quarterfinals kick off with red-hot matches

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 – The final stretch of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games kicks off on Tuesday with the quarterfinal phase featuring splendid matches full of excitement at Maracanazinho Stadium.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Hosts Brazil complete men's quarterfinals puzzle in dramatic way

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 16, 2016 - The thrill, the excitement, the tension and the agony lasted to the very last minute, the very last point of men's pool play at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, as hosts Brazil, with their backs against the wall, rose to the occasion and claimed the last ticket to the top eight.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Men's quarterfinal matches confirmed

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 - The quarterfinal matches for the men's volleyball competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games have been confirmed following the Drawing of Lots at the Maracanazinho on Monday.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Rezende: We were under big pressure

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Brazilian coach Bernardo Rezende praised his players for the composure shown under pressure in a do-or-die match against France to conclude the preliminary phase of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Brazil complete men´s quarterfinalists

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Brazil completed the teams in the quarterfinals of the men’s volleyball tournament after a thrilling victory 3-1 (25-22, 22-25, 25-20, 25-23) to eliminate France in the last contest of the preliminary round on Monday.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Schmitt: We are not here as tourists

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Gavin Schmitt, whose outstanding play carried Canada team to the quarterfinals of the men’s tournament, said they did not come to Rio 2016 as tourists but to battle for a medal.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Schmitt drives Canada to historic win and Rio 2016 quarterfinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 - Canada beat Italy for the first time ever in any official FIVB competition to secure a spot in the men's quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a 3-1 (25-23, 25-17, 16-25, 25-21) win led by Gavin Schmitt.

Volleyball 16/08/2016

Antiga pleased with players’ effort against Cuba

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Poland’s coach Stephane Antiga was satisfied by watching his players giving their best effort in a match not very difficult in preparation for the quarterfinals.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Poland overpower Cuba to finish second in Pool B

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Poland stormed past Cuba 3-0 (25-18, 25-15, 25-17) to claim second place of Pool B in the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a 4-1 win-loss record.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Alekno: The key is to play better than your opponent

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Russian coach Vladimir Alekno knows the upcoming matches are crucial and teams need to play at their highest level if they want to survive in the battle for the Olympic medals.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Reigning champions Russia sweep Iran to finish at 4-1

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 25, 2016 – Defending Olympic champions Russia overpowered Iran 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 25-20) for its fourth victory and one loss in Pool B of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

USA deliver under pressure

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – The United States felt the pressure from Mexico in the opening set, but that helped them to stay focused and claim the 3-0 win in Pool A of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Monday.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

USA guarantee quarterfinal spot with 3-0 win over Mexico

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – The United States ruled over their North American rivals Mexico 3-0 (25-23, 25-11, 25-19) in Pool A, to get through to the quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Monday.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Argentina get motivation from supporters

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Argentina captain Luciano De Cecco explained that this particular cycle of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games has been favouring his team, as they have now recorded four victories in five matches.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Argentina cruise to straight-set win over Egypt

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Argentina overpowered Egypt 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-20) to record four victories in the preliminary round in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Monday.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Four teams and only three berths in men’s quarterfinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 - Final day of preliminary round in men’s volleyball tournament finds hosts Brazil in a four-way tie in Pool A of the competition where only Italy, the team with the best record in the group, are secured of a place in the quarterfinals.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Brazil and USA head women's quarterfinals after undefeated pool play finish

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 - Brazil and USA are on a collision course to repeat the London 2012 final after the results of the last round of women's volleyball pool play and a drawing of lots for the quarterfinals at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Claudino: I expect to win against China no matter the score

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Captain Fabiana Claudino boasted optimism when commented about the Brazilian victory over Russia on Sunday night and the highly anticipated match against China in Tuesday’s quarterfinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Women's quarterfinals confirmed

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 - The quarterfinal match ups for the women's volleyball competition at the Rio Olympic Games were confirmed following the Drawing of Lots at the Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Hosts Brazil grab top place in women’s Pool A

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Two-time defending Olympic champions Brazil captured top place of Pool A in the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2012 Olympic Games by subduing Russia in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-21, 25-21) to cap Sunday’s actions at Maracanazinho Stadium.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Olympic newcomers cherish memorable Rio 2016 experience

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 15, 2016 – Olympic newcomers Argentina, Cameroon and Puerto Rico may have ended their journey in the tournament, but they will cherish a lot of memorable moments from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Kimura confident on variety and defence against USA

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Saori Kimura, the captain and star player of Japan women’s team hopes offensive variety and good defence can neutralize the size of United States team in their quarterfinals match next Tuesday.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Experience gets Japan last quarterfinal spot

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 - Olympic Games rookies Argentina gave Japan a run for their money but the London 2012 bronze medallists clinched the last available quartefinal spot in women's volleyball at Rio 2016 with a 3-0 (25-23, 25-16, 26-24) win.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

Kiraly’s secret: Not trying to be better than good

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Three-time Olympic gold medallist Karch Kiraly said the secret of success at the Olympic Games is not trying to be better than good, but to keep just being good game after game.

Volleyball 15/08/2016

USA clinch top place undefeated in tough Pool B

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – The United States clinched pole position in Pool B of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games with an undefeated 5-0 win-loss record after a 3-1 (22-25, 25-17, 25-19, 25-19) over China on Sunday.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Antonella Del Core gets emotional sendoff as Italy Rio 2016 adventure comes to an end

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 - From a runner in athletics, to two-time FIVB World Cup winner and three-time Olympian, to becomeing a mum, Antonella Del Core is coming full circle after the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Italy’s Marco Bonitta: My team wanted to win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Italy’s coach Marco Bonita commended the spirit and determination shown by his team in the last match of the tournament when they battled hard in a meaningless contest between winless sides against Puerto Rico.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Italy taste victory flavour at last chance

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Italy swept Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-14, 25-13, 25-22) in the last match for both teams in Pool B of women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday afternoon.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Korea captain Kim sets focus on winning Olympic medal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Korea defeated Cameroon in straight sets and captain Kim Yeon-Koung was pleased that the victory would set them in the right path of earning a medal at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Korea cruise to 3-0 win over crowd favourites Cameroon

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Korea defeated crowd favourites Cameroon 3-0 (25-16, 25-22, 25-20) in Pool A of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Players' quality and spirit was key to Dutch victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Netherlands Giovanni Guidetti commended his players for showing quality and spirit in the fifth set in their gruelling match against Serbia in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Pietersen, Slotjes team-up in Dutch tie-break win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – The Netherlands reigned over Serbia in the all-European match-up in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball competition, with a 3-2 (25-22, 25-20, 22-25, 18-25, 15-8) win at Maracanazinho on Sunday.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Brazil in danger, as three quarterfinal spots remain up for grabs in men's volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 - Brazil are with their backs against the wall, in danger of crashing out of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men's volleyball tournament, after a devastating defeat at the hands of a brilliant Italy in front of a passionate sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho Saturday night.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Flashback: Russia pull off sensational comeback to beat Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Brazilian volleyball fans had plenty of emotion to contend with at the London Olympic Games in 2012. After being pulverised in the first set of the women’s final on August 11, Brazil roared back to clinch the gold, but in the men’s final on the following day, Russia went one better, overcoming the loss of the first two sets to steal the gold from Brazil

Volleyball 14/08/2016

We need to look for our faults - Mauricio Silva

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 - The Brazilians were doing some soul searching after going down in four sets to Italy, which places them in a must win situation against France on the closing day of men's volleyball pool play at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Japan to meet Argentina for last ticket to women’s quarterfinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 14, 2016 – Japan and Argentina are set to battle for the last ticket available to the quarterfinals of the women’s volleyball tournament when the actions resume on Sunday at Maracanazinho Stadium of Rio de Janeiro.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Italy silence the Maracanazinho and sink Brazil's hopes

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Italy doused the fire of the Brazilian fans in the packed Maracazinho, coming back from a set down to beat the hosts 3-1 (23-25, 25-23, 25-22, 25-15) and make Brazil's outlook rather grim for a berth in the men's volleyball quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

We got the job done - Nicholas Hoag

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - There was satisfaction and relief in the Canada camp after their emphatic straight-set win over Mexico that kept them in contention for a ticket to the quarterfinals of men's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Canada remain in contention with sweep of Mexico for full points

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Canada swept Mexico 3-0 (25-20, 25-13, 25-22) in men's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, which means at least three (and maybe four) Pool A teams will be tied at 2 wins and 6 points each at the end of the fourth round, later on Saturday night.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

Poise and determination were the keys - Speraw

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – USA Coach John Speraw does not want his team to rest on its laurels after their 3-1 victory over France preferring to concentrate on getting the win at the last match of the preliminary round against Mexico.

Volleyball 14/08/2016

United States even record at 2-2 in Pool A

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – The United States defeated France 3-1 (25-22, 25-22, 14-25, 25-22) on Saturday for their second consecutive victory in Pool A after losing the previous two in the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Russian Alekno happy but not satisfied

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – Vladimir Alekno was happy to win the five-setter against world champions Poland on Saturday but the Russian coach still thinks his team needs to fine-tune certain aspects of its game.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Kurek joins 'Over 30' club with all-time 2nd-best scoring feat

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Poland's Bartosz Kurek scored 36 points today against Russia as men's volleyball pool play continued at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, for a tournament-high and a second-best all-time Olympic Games scoring performance.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Kurek’s 36-point feat can’t prevent loss to Russia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Russia outplayed Poland in five sets 3-2 (25-18, 16-25, 25-18, 22-25, 15-13) despite a Herculean 36-point effort by Polish opposite hitter Bartosz Kurek who registered the second highest total in a single men’s volleyball match in Olympic history on Saturday.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

USA Setter Christenson: It was a collective effort

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – The United States men’s team played their best game of the Olympic tournament when they badly needed putting a strong collective effort against hosts Brazil with excellent performance in all aspects of volleyball.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Experience play big role in Argentine victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – Argentina coach Julio Velasco and Cuba coach Nicolas Vivez mentioned that the difference in experience between the two squads was a factor in this encounter in Pool B at the Maracanazinho on Saturday.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Argentina overpower young Cuban side

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – As much more experienced Argentine side defeated the young Cuban team in straight sets (25-16, 25-14, 25-16) in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Saturday.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Mahmoudi dedicates victory to supporters

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – Shahram Mahmoudi of Iran topped all scorers in their straight-set win over Egypt in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho on Saturday,

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Mahmoudi powers Iran over Egypt in tightly contested clash

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 – Shahram Mahmoudi led Iran in their 3-0 (28-26, 25-22, 25-16) win over Egypt in Pool B on Saturday, to advance to the quarterfinal of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

100 kph serving barrier breaks twice in a day

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Paola Egonu of Italy owns the Olympic record for fastest serve at the end of women's volleyball fourth round of play at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

It will be harder from now on - Sheilla

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Both Brazil and Korea are already looking forwards after the defending champions beat the Asian side in straight sets on Friday evening women's volleyball action at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - Brazil to Sunday's match against Russia and Korea to their quarterfinal game on Tuesday.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Seven of eight quarterfinals tickets booked in Rio 2016 women's volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 13, 2016 - Seven of the eight women's volleyball quarterfinals spots at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games have been booked with a day to spare in pool play.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Brazil unstoppable as they thunder past Korea at Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 - Hosts and defending champions Brazil once again thrilled a sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho, as thet destroyed Korea 3-0 (25-17, 25-13, 27-25) to close the fourth round of women's volleyball pool play at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Red-hot decisive matches in men’s day four at Maracanazinho

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Iran and Egypt, two teams in a do-or-die situation, open the penultimate day of pool play in men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

The atmosphere will be amazing against Brazil - Tatiana Kosheleva

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 - Russia are already looking forward to playing Brazil in the closing match of pool play on Sunday, after shutting out Japan in straight sets Friday night at the Maracanazinho for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Russia crush Japan, extend winning streak to four at Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 - Russia steamrolled over Japan 3-0 (25-14, 30-28, 25-18) for their fourth win in as many matches at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women's volleyball tournament.

Volleyball 13/08/2016

Giovanni Guidetti hopes Netherlands to top Pool B

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Giovanni Guidetti, the Italian coach of Netherlands, expects to keep the winning streak when they face Serbia on Sunday with the ultimate goal to take first place of the strong Pool B.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Sloetjes strikes with 21 points to lead Netherlands

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Netherlands defeated Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-14, 25-22, 25-16) to improve to a 3-1 win-loss record in Pool B of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Friday.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Cameroon spread good vibes in volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Cameroon have gone through four matches so far in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball, but in that short span of time, the African team have shown their brand of volleyball to the rest of the world.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Bonitta: USA can win the Gold Medal

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Italian Coach Marco Bonitta is of the opinion USA can win the gold medal of women’s volleyball at Rio 2016 Olympic Games, something unprecedented in the history of the competition.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

United States still undefeated at 4-0 in Pool B

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – World top-ranked United States defeated Italy 3-1 (25-22, 25-22, 23-25, 25-20) to remain as the only undefeated team of Pool B in the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Flashback: Brazil stun USA in women's final in London 2012

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – As the women’s teams battle in Rio for a spot in the Quarterfinals of the volleyball competition, Brazil, for one, can look back to four years ago for inspiration.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Fresco: It is the biggest ace of my life

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Lucia Fresco, who uncorked an ace to give Argentina its first ever Olympic victory, that instant will remain indelible in her mind for the rest of her life.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Fresco’s ace caps sensational victory of Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Lucia Fresco landed an ace with her floating serve to cap a thrilling five-set victory of Argentina over Cameroon 3-2 (19-25, 25-19, 26-28, 25-21, 15-13) in Pool A of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Friday.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Terzic: This is the best we have played

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Serbia’s coach Zoran Terzic was happy to see his team playing topflight volleyball in the straight-set victory over China on Thursday taking time to credit the players for the level of concentration they showed throughout the match.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Boskovic steers Serbia’s sweep of China

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 12, 2016 – Serbian left-handed opposite Tijana Boskovic had a field day on offence, as she guided her team to a 3-0 (25-19, 25-19, 25-22) win over China in Pool B of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s pool play at Maracanazinho on Friday.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

USA fire up service game against Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – The United States recorded their first victory in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition, as they had an excellent service game against Brazil.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Italy and Poland take advantage after three days of men's volleyball at Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 - Italy and Poland remain the only two undefeated teams in men's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, after hosts Brazil suffered their first defeat at the hands of USA - who themselves were scoring their first win in three rounds of pool play.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

USA bounce back and deny Brazil early quaterfinals ticket

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 - With their back against the wall, USA delivered to beat Brazil 3-1 (25-20, 25-23, 20-25, 25-20) and get back in the race for a ticket to the men's volleyball quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games - at the same time denying the hosts an early ticket.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Women’s Day Four Offers a Tasty Menu

Rio de Janeiro, August 11, 2016 – Day four of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games opens on Friday with an appetizing match between China and Serbia, the top two finishers at last year’s FIVB World Cup, at 9:30 local time.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Blengini eager to play hosts in front of packed crowd against hosts

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Italy defeated Mexico in straight set in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball competition and coach Gianlorenzo Blengini is already eager to play in front of a packed crowd against hosts Brazil.

Beach volleyball 12/08/2016

Natalie Cook - What if I don’t win?

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – As thousands of athletes from over 200 nations challenge their own limits of athleticism in this quadrennial showcase known as the Olympic Games, a question that arises often is ‘What if I don’t win.’

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Italy remain undefeated with dominating win over Mexico

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 - Italy faced little trouble in disposing of Mexico 3-0 (25-17, 25-13, 25-17) to remain undefeated at the top of men's volleyball Pool A at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

Fotso joins Feng and Gamova’s block party

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Stephanie Fotso Mougoung of Cameroon made an amazing feat on Wednesday, as she tied the Olympic record of most blocks in a match, when she stuffed her Russian opponents eight times in the Rio 2016 Olympic Games pool play.

Volleyball 12/08/2016

French Ngapeth hopes to keep smiling

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – French offensive star Earvin Ngapeth hopes to be smiling again following their next two matches in the preliminary round the way he was after defeating Canada in straight sets.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Ngapeth carries France to second win in Pool A

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – France beat Canada in straight sets 3-0 (25-19, 25-16, 25-19) to move closer to a quarterfinal spot in the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Antiga credits setter Lomacz for good work

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Poland’s coach Stephane Antiga credited setter Grzegorz Lomac for the way he conducted the offence of his team and the distribution of the ball among all the good spikers on the squad.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Epic 37-35 set gives Poland win over Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Poland maintained its undefeated record in three outings in Pool B by defeating Argentina 3-0 (25-21, 25-19, 37-35) in a men’s volleyball match at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Thursday afternoon.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Tetyukhin: Our blocking was fantastic

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Russia recorded a tournament-high 17 blocks en route to a straight-set victory over Egypt which prompted Captain Sergey Tetyukhin to praise the job of teammate Artem Volvich and the entire team.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Russia rewrite the books in victory over Egypt

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Russia beat Egypt 3-0 (25-11, 25-17, 25-9) for their second win against one loss in Pool B of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games shattering several records along the way.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Lozano likes Iran’s consistency and continuity

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Iran played with consistency and continuity in the straight-set victory against Cuba, which pleased the veteran coach Raul Lozano.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Iranian Mousavi continues blocking exhibition

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 – Iran recorded its first victory in day three of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a straight-set decision 3-0 (25-21, 31-29, 25-16) over Cuba in a match between winless teams of Pool B on Thursday morning.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Ze Roberto praises team for playing the Brazilian way

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – Brazil won their third-straight win after they defeated Japan in straight sets to qualify to the quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games at Maracanazinho on Wednesday.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

USA, Russia, Brazil make women's volleyball quarterfinals at Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 11, 2016 - With varying degrees of difficulty, USA, Russia and Brazil all secured tickets to the quartefinals of women's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, after the completion of round 3 in pool play. With two pool matches to spare the three teams remain undefeated and cannot be overtaken by the bottom two teams of their respective pools.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Brazil in quarterfinals with colossal show of power over Japan

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 - Hosts and defending champions Brazil thrilled yet another sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho as they destroyed Japan 3-0 (25-18, 25-18, 25-22) to punch their ticket to the women's volleyball quarterfinals at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Clash of Titans in Day Three of Men’s Tournament

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – The undefeated teams of Argentina and world champions Poland are pitted against each other in a first-place battle of Pool B in day three of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Thursday.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Korea coach Lee looks to work on defence

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – Korea coach Lee Jungchul was pleased with his team’s offence but admitted that they still needed more work on their defence after almost losing the third set to Argentina on Wednesday.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Kim Yeon-Koung brings Korea to within a win of Rio 2016 quarterfinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 - Korea shut out Argentina 3-0 (25-18, 25-20, 25-23) for Pool A to stay on track for a ticket to the women's volleyball quarterfinals of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 11/08/2016

Close sets against Russia build confidence of Cameroon

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – Playing close sets despite losing all three against Russia will be a big confidence builder for the Cameroon team and the development of volleyball in the African nation, said the coach Jean Rene Anoko on Wednesday.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Russia remain undefeated in Pool A

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Russia defeated winless Cameroon 3-0 (25-19, 25-22, 25-23) to stay undefeated with 3-0 record in Pool A of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

USA show high level of play against Serbia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – USA’s Coach Karch Kiraly admitted his team played at its best in the tournament against Serbia but reminded everyone about his previous predictions that no team will leave the strong Pool B undefeated.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

USA clinch spot in women’s quarterfinals

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – The United States became the first team to seal a spot in the quarterfinals of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games by defeating Serbia 3-1 (25-17, 21-25, 25-18, 25-19) in a match between the only undefeated sides in Pool B on Wednesday.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Guidetti: I am lucky to coach this team

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – Italian coach Giovanni Guidetti was elated after the victory of his Netherlands team over the representative of his native country and said he is fortunate to have the chance to guide a group of players like the one he has in his squad.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Netherlands inch closer to the final eight

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 19, 2016 – Team of Netherlands collected an important 3-0 (25-21, 25-20, 25-20) victory over Italy moving closer to the quarterfinal of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Puerto Rico subpar reception contributes to failures

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – A subpar reception leading to an inefficient offence has been the main reason of Puerto Rico failures in their three matches thus far in the women’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Zhu Ting cannons 20 in China strong showing

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – China swept Puerto Rico 3-0 (25-20, 25-17, 25-19) with a flurry of good serves in the first match of day three in the women’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Wednesday.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Italy, Brazil, Argentina, Poland unbeaten as race for quarterfinals heats up

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 - There's only four teams left undefeated after two rounds of play in men's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, as the race for tickets to the quarterfinals intensifies.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

There's always something to improve on - Wallace

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 - Both Brazil and Canada have put their last match behind them and are looking ahead at their next opponents, after the hosts beat the North Americans in four sets to bring round 2 of the men's volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games to a close.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Mauricio lifts Brazil to second Rio 2016 win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 - Hosts Brazil faltered a bit at the start of the game, but thundered past Canada 3-1 (24-26, 25-18, 25-22, 25-17) for their second win in as many matches as day 2 of men's pool play wrapped up at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games before another sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Women’s quarterfinal spots up for grabs on Day Three

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 10, 2016 – Pivotal Day Three in the preliminary round of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games turns the competition red-hot as the top teams look to secure tickets to the quarterfinals stage.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Egypt score historic first ever Olympic win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 - Egypt scored a historic victory - their first ever in the Olympic Games - downing Cuban youngsters 3-0 (25-22, 25-15, 25-22) on the second day of men's volleyball pool play at Rio 2016.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Poland and Iran put a good show of volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – World champions Poland and Iran played the first five-setter in the men’s tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games and the fans at Maracanazinho Stadium enjoyed a terrific battle that lasted more than two hours of exciting actions.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Kurek laces 23 points in Polish win over Iran

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – World champions Poland held off a strong comeback effort by Iran to claim a five-set victory 3-2 (25-17, 25-23, 23-25, 20-25, 18-16) in the men’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday night.

Volleyball 10/08/2016

Beach volleyballers take in the volleyball spectacle

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Beach volleyball players Casey Patterson of the United States, and Alexander Brouwer and Robert Meeuwsen of the Netherlands were among the many spectators that were enjoying the Rio 2016 Olympic Games men’s volleyball match of Italy and USA at Maracanazinho on Tuesday.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Italian Blengini credits reserve players

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Italian Coach Gianlorenzo Blengini credited the players who came from the bench to contribute to the victory over United States in their men’s volleyball match at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Juantorena contributes 20 points to Italian victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Italy outdueled USA in a well fought match 3-1 (28-26, 20-25, 25-23, 25-23) in Pool A of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

France put Mexico under Pressure with big serves

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – French coach Laurent Tillier was pleased with the level of concentration shown by his side and the kind of pressure applied from the service line against Mexico on Tuesday.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Volleyball sights and sounds captivate fans at Maracanazinho

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Colour, rhythm and fun is always associated with Brazil and the same can be definitely said with the volleyball competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games volleyball competition at the Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Ngapeth and Rouzier propel France to first win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – France defeated Mexico in straight sets 3-0 (25-18, 25-12, 25-22) in a match of Pool A of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Velasco’s advice: Confidence and humility

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Coach Julio Velasco recommended his players to find and stay with the right balance between confidence and humility after their big victory over Russia in four sets, the second in a span of 45 days against the defending Olympic champions.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Crer tops Argentina high wall to block Russia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 – Argentina defeated defending champions Russia 3-2 (25-18, 18-25, 25-18, 25-21) in a Pool B match of the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday morning.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Fans are not a pressure; they're a joy - Natalia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 - It was all about the support of the Brazilians in the Mixed Zone of the Maracanazinho after Brazil shut out Argentina 3-0 to remain undefeated in two rounds of pool play at the women's volleyball tournament of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Brazil and Serbia lead the race in Rio 2016 women's volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 9, 2016 - Defending Olympic champions and hosts Brazil are joined by Russia, Serbia and USA as the only undefeated teams of the Rio 2016 women's volleyball tournament after round 2 of pool play.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Sheilla guides Brazil to crushing win over Argentina

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 - Brazil retain an absolutely perfect record in women's volleyball at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games, after totally overwhelming arch rivals Argentina 3-0 (25-16, 25-19, 25-11) before a passionate sellout crowd at the Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Patience pays off as Kosheleva leads Russia to win over Korea

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 - Russia found the patience they needed for their scoring power to eventually wear down Korea's defending skills and come away with a well-deserved 3-1 (25-23, 23-25, 25-23, 25-14) win in the women's volleyball tournament of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Men’s Second Day features fantastic matches at Maracanazinho

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – The second day of actions in men’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Tuesday features an assortment of mouth-watering matches capped by the duel between hosts Brazil and a potent Canada team that presented outstanding credentials with a sweeping victory over the United States.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Terzic warns against overconfidence

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2006 – Serbian coach Zoran Terzic said his team boasted overconfidence in the first set against Puerto Rico and expressed concerns about repeating the same mistake when facing the stronger competition that lies ahead in the tournament.

Volleyball 09/08/2016

Mihajlovic and Brakocevic join to halt Puerto Rico

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Serbia defeated a spirited Puerto Rico in straight sets 3-0 (29-27, 25-18, 25-20) for their second victory in as many outings in Pool B of the women’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Kiraly: The Key will be managing adversity

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – The success in the challenging Pool B of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 will depend on the ability to manage adversity, said three-time Olympic gold medallist Karch Kiraly, the coach of USA team.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Foluke Akinradewo rises to occasion for USA

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – The United States overcame a resilient Netherlands side to claim their second victory in Pool A of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games with a five-set 3-2 (18-25, 25-18, 21-25, 25-20, 15-8) decision on Monday.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Rio Olympics Live: FIVB.com providing round-the-clock coverage of volleyball

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Fans around the world can keep up to date with all the best action from the Rio 2016 Olympic Games volleyball tournament on fivb.com. The website’s match centres are a dedicated space for every clash at the Maracanazinho and feature live scores, statistics, photos and reports from each encounter.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Young fans have great volleyball experience

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – The Rio 2016 Olympic Games volleyball competition kicked off on August 6 and have already featured so many highlights from the spectacular entertainment and innovation, top-level competition, down to the colourful atmosphere at Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Japan’s Kimura anticipates match against Brazil

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Minutes after their first victory in the Olympic tournament against Cameroon, Japan’s captain Saori Kimura was talking about their next match against hosts Brazil on Wednesday.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Nagaoka helps Japan in first victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Japan evened up its record at 1-1 in Pool A of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games following a 3-0 (25-20, 25-15, 25-17) over Cameroon on Monday morning at Maracanazinho Stadium.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Volleyball fan catches memorable present from an idol

Rio de Janeiro, August 8, 2016 – A lucky Brazilian fan got a wonderful surprise when he watched the Rio 2016 Olympic Games women’s volleyball match of China and Italy at Maracanazinho on Monday.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Lang Ping manages to put her team on right path

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Fixing here and adjusting there, Chinese Lang Ping found the way to put her team on the right track and get a much needed victory against Italy in the second day of the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Zhu Yunli sparks China to first victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – China recorded bounced back from a five-set loss to Netherlands in day one to beat Italy in straight sets 3-0 (25-21, 25-21, 25-16) on Monday based on a well distributed attack with three players in double digits.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Canada stun USA to set pace of men's Olympic volleyball tournament

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 8, 2016 – Canada provided the first upset of the men's volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games when they stunned USA in straight sets as the competition kicked off on Sunday, with defending champions Russia, hosts Brazil plus Italy, Poland and Argentina opening their campaigns with victories.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Conte top scores in Argentina's convincing opener to Rio 2016

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 - Argentina scored a convincing - and what could prove a very decisive in the race for the quarterfinals - victory as they opened their Rio 2016 campaign at the Maracanazinho in front of an enthusiastically noisy crowd of fans from across the border.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

I just love this sport so much - Tetyukhin

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 - Nervousness from this being their first match at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games was the common theme in the Russians' reaction to the four-set win over Cuba on the opening day of the men's volleyball tournament.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Mikhaylov's scoring helps Russia overcome Cuban obstacle

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 - Russia began the defense of their men's Olympic title with a win 3-0 (25-17, 25-19, 22-25, 25-18) over Cuba's youngesters at the Maracanazinho, as captain Sergey Tetyukhin became a record six-time Olympian -though the victory was not as straighforward as the London 2012 gold medallists may have hoped for.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

A Mix of Factors lead to Canadian Victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – A good game of Canada combined with a subpar performance by United States resulted in a victory for the former team in the featured battle between two strong sides from NORCECA Confederation on Sunday.

Volleyball 08/08/2016

Sweeping victory for Canada over USA

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Canada scored a major upset by defeating United States in straight sets 3-0 (25-23, 25-17, 25-23) in a match of Pool A of the men’s volleyball tournament of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday afternoon.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Kubiak: It is not the style but the result

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – To get the job done is what really is important in eyes of Michael Kubiak, the captain of Poland, who commented on the straight-set victory achieved by his team in their first outing at the men’s volleyball tournament in the Olympic Games.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Women's Olympic Tournament heats up as teams head into second matches

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 - Women's pool play at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games heats up on Monday, as all 12 teams see action in their second matches of the tournament, for another volleyball marathon beginning at 09:30 and extending past midnight.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Kurek and Kubiak combine efforts in Poland win

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Poland established the power of their offence to subdue Egypt in straight sets 3-0 (25-18, 25-19, 25-17) in a match of Pool B of the men’s Olympic volleyball tournament at Maracanazinho Stadium in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Rezende was surprised by velocity of unfamiliar Mexico

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2006 – Brazilian coach Bernardo Rezende praised the velocity and defence showed by Mexico in their match on Sunday and said the defensive systems of the home team didn’t work properly due to the lack of good serves.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Lucarelli blasts four aces in Brazilian victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Ricardo Lucarelli had two blocks and four aces among his 17 points as hosts Brazil debuted at the men’s volleyball Olympic tournament with a 3-1 (23-25, 25-19, 25-14, 25-18) victory over a tough Mexico that never gave up until the end at Maracanazinho Stadium on Sunday morning.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Juantorena follows the family steps of legendary Olympic Hero

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Osmany Juantorena realised a chilhood dream when he entered the court to play in the first match of the men’s volleyball tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday morning.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Blengini: It is a long and complicated tournament

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Italian coach Gianlorenzo Blengini showed plenty satisfaction after the unexpected one-sided victory against France, considered by many as one of the top candidates for a medal.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Zaytsev stands out in amazing Italian victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – Italy scored an impressive one-side victory over France in straight sets 3-0 (25-20, 25-20, 25-15) to open the men’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Korean Kim joins Gamova in exclusive 30-point Club

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 - Korean superstar Kim Yeon Koung joined Russian Ekaterina Gamova as the only female players in the history of the Olympic Games to reach the 30-point plateau three times in a single match.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Russian Kosianenko sets new Olympic record for aces

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – The first day of actions at the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 produced one for the books as Russian Ekaterina Kosianenko established a new record for aces in a single match at the Olympic Games.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Italian Bonitta predicts a medal for Serbia

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Italy’s coach Marco Bonitta praised the quality of opponent Serbia and predicted they will battle for one of the medals at the women’s volleyball tournament of the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Dutch stun China as women's tournament begins at Rio 2016 Olympic

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 7, 2016 – The Netherlands dealt FIVB Volleyball Women’s World Cup 2015 champions China a shock defeat while hosts Brazil, Korea, USA, Russia and Serbia all celebrated victories as the women’s tournament at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games opened in style on Saturday.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Mihajlovic and Boskovic lead Serbian win over Italy

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Serbia beat Italy in straight sets 3-0 (27-25, 25-20, 25-23) in the last match of day one at the women’s volleyball tournament at Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday night at Maracanazinho Stadium.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Russian Coach Marichev is not completely satisfied

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Russian Coach Yury Marichev was not completely satisfied with the overall performance of his side following the straight-set win over Argentina and hopes the blocking and general defence can be improved.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Kosianenko scores eight aces in Russian victory

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Ekaterina Kosianenko landed eight aces to lead Russia to a straight-set 3-0 (25-13, 25-10, 25-16) over Argentina in Pool A of the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday night.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

'Most balanced' Olympic tournament kicks off as more teams than ever vie for gold

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 - Russia kick of their Rio 2016 campaign Sunday, as they attempt to defend the title they won four years ago after beating Brazil in five sets in that stunning but highly entertaining final of London 2012, as the men's Olympic Volleyball Tournament begins at the Maracanazinho.

Volleyball 07/08/2016

Karch Kiraly: "We play with energy"

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – U.S. Coach Karch Kiraly is used to the volleyball atmosphere that reigns in Brazil, a country he has been visiting since 1977, and said their fans bring a lot of energy something good for a team like his who likes to play with energy.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

Larson leads USA blockers against Puerto Rico

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – The United States defeated a resilient Puerto Rico in straight sets 3-0 (25-17, 25-22, 25-17) in the fourth match of day one at the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2016 Olympic Games on Saturday.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

Claudino praises the support from local fans

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Fabiana Claudino, who is taking part in her fourth Olympic Games, said having all the fans rooting for the home team Brazil is like having an extra player but admitted that keeping the focus is their main interest now.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

Brazil cruise to easy win over Cameroon

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – Defending Olympic champions Brazil overwhelmed a less experienced Cameroon as the home team began their quest for a third consecutive gold medal in women’s volleyball with a 3-0 (25-14, 25-21, 25-13) victory in Pool A on Saturday.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

French officials ponder their team's greater expectations

Lausanne, Switzerland, August 5, 2016 – France are experiencing their fourth Olympic Games, but were disappointed not to make it to London in 2012. For the current Olympic cycle, men’s coach Laurent Tillie brought in a new generation of players and set qualifying for Rio as their target.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

Coach Giovanni Guidetti takes every match as a final

Rio de Janeiro, August 6, 2016 – The five-set victory over China can act as a confidence builder for the Netherlands team whose main goal is to advance to the second round of the women’s volleyball competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

Volleyball 06/08/2016

Sloetjes scores 26 in Netherlands five-set win over China

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, August 6, 2016 – The Netherlands edged China in five sets 3-2 (25-23, 21-25, 18-25, 25-22, 15-13) in a match of Pool B at the women’s volleyball tournament of Rio 2106 Olympic Games on Saturday.