Pakistan whip China to end 64-year medal wait
Pakistan's men's volleyball team defeated China 3-0 to win the bronze medal at the Asian Games in Nagoya. This victory marks Pakistan's first Asian Games medal in the sport since 1962.
Why it matters
Represents a historic achievement for Pakistan's national sports program on the international stage.
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facebook --> twitter --> whatsup --> linkded --> email MORE (3) Messenger Whatsapp --> Photo: POA Pakistan secured the men's volleyball bronze medal with a commanding 3-0 victory over China at the Asian Games in Nagoya on Saturday.
Pakistan controlled the bronze-medal contest from the opening serve at the Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park Gymnasium, winning 25-18, 25-16, 25-18 in a match that lasted one hour and seven minutes.
China struggled to match Pakistan's attacking efficiency, while Pakistan maintained pressure throughout all three sets. The winners finished with 75 total points compared with China's 52 and also benefited from 20 Chinese errors.
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