Russia wins wolleyball worlds title

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2006-11-16 16:55


Russia's Elena Godina (L) spikes the ball against Brazil's Walewska Oliveira during their final match at the FIVB women's Volleyball World Championship in Osaka, western Japan November 16, 2006. [Reuters]


Olympic runners-up Russia came back from one set down to beat Brazil 3-2 here on Thursday, claiming the title of the 2006 women's volleyball World Championships.

Russia's players celebrate their win at the FIVB women's Volleyball World Championship after their final match against Brazil in Osaka, western Japan November 16, 2006. (Photo source: sina.com)

It took Russia more than two hours to wrap up the final of the tournament 15-25, 25-23, 25-18, 20-25 and 15-13.

Early on Thursday, Serbia rallied to beat defending champions Italy 3-0 for the bronze medal.




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