China’s women’s volleyball team is set for a thrilling challenge at the Paris 2024 Olympics, having been drawn into Pool A alongside host nation France, defending Olympic champions the United States, and reigning world champions Serbia. The group stage promises high-stakes matches as China aims to reclaim its place among the sport’s elite.
After a disappointing performance at the Tokyo Olympics, where the three-time Olympic champions were eliminated in the first stage, the team is eager to bounce back. Paris 2024 marks China’s 11th consecutive Olympic appearance in women’s volleyball since their debut at the 1984 Los Angeles Games, where they clinched their first gold medal. The squad also stood atop the podium at Athens 2004 and Rio 2016, solidifying their legacy in the sport.
The official draw, held in Bangkok ahead of the FIVB Women’s Volleyball Nations League Finals, placed the 12 qualified teams into three pools of four. Alongside Pool A’s formidable lineup, Pool B features Brazil, Poland, Japan, and Kenya, while Pool C includes Italy, Türkiye, the Netherlands, and the Dominican Republic. The top two teams from each pool and the two best third-placed teams will advance to the quarterfinals, intensifying the competition.
The Olympic volleyball tournament is scheduled from July 27 to August 11 at the South Paris Arena, promising fans an exciting showcase of athleticism and national pride. As China prepares to face some of the strongest teams in the world, anticipation builds for a series of matches that could define their Olympic journey.
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China grouped with France, U.S., Serbia in Olympics women's volleyball
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