Womens volleyball

On Monday afternoon, Olympic Womens Volleyball included matches between

Dominican Republic v Russia and

United States v Brazil

The Dominican Republic had lost their first match to Italy and now faced the towering world champions Russia. The Russinas may have had the height but the Dominican Republic team had the speed. It was a lively match which the Russians won 1-3. It was closely fought with sets: 23-25, 15-25, 26-24, 22-25

The next to play were the United States, ranked No. 1 in the world, against Brazil, the world No. 2. Hopes were high for another exciting match. Again the match went to four sets. United States won 3-1, scoring sets: 25-18, 25-17, 22-25, 25-21

The U.S. women never have won Olympic gold. They won silver in 2008 and 1984 and bronze in 1992.

As at 2nd August 2012, Russia head group A having played 3 matches and gained 9 points. They are matched by USA, who head group B, also having played 3 matches and gained 9 points.

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