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Poland Beat Russia In Volleyball Nations League

WARSAW, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Poland defeated Russia 3-1 in Rimini, Italy on Saturday for their third consecutive victory in the Volleyball Nations League.

The world champions, widely considered favorites to take gold at the Tokyo Olympics, proved their quality again after a 3-0 win over the United States on Friday.

It was the "Sbornaya" team who made the better start as Russia won the opening set 25-21. However, then Poland turned the game around as Vital Heynen's side started to control the match. They won two sets in a row with a 25-19 result and didn't allow Russia a way back into the game. 안전놀이터

The fourth set was a show of strength for the world champions as Poland won 25-14 to close the match. Cuban-born receiver Wilfredo Leon turned out to be the most prolific player on the pitch with 25 points, while Poland's skipper Michal Kubiak added 11 points. Maksim Mikhaylov notched 18 for Russia.

Poland sit top of the table with 15 points, two more than Russia who are in fourth position.

On Wednesday, Poland will face Bulgaria, while Russia take on France. Enditem