Poland wins breezily against Egypt in straight sets

(BEIJING, July 19) -- Poland won easily against Egypt 3-0 (25:21 25:21 25:16) in the sixth weekend of the World League in Poznan, Poland.

The first set began with a series of service errors by both sides until the first TTO. Poland maintained a 4-point advantage over its opponent and claimed this set.

The Polish team marked the second period with some spectacular serves and held a lead throughout the set, easily beating Egypt.

Due to its poor reception, Egypt was left behind at the first TTO in the final set. Poland had a decisive advantage at 16-10 at the second TTO. Thereafter, Egypt seemed to lose strength and their attack was weakened. Poland quickly closed this set 25-16 by taking advantage of this situation.

Poland, who ranked first in pool D, and second-ranked China are both chasing the remaining two spots to the Final round to be held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.