Second straight win for Brazil men; setbacks for Italy, US

TOKYO: The medallists in men's volleyball from Rio had a mixed day at the Ariake Arena on Monday. While defending champion Brazil won in five sets (19-25, 21-25, 25-16, 25-21, 16-14) against Argentina to post its second victory in as many matches in Pool A, Italy and the United States suffered setbacks.

Silver-medallist Italy lost to Poland 20-25, 24-26, 20-25 in another Pool A encounter. It was a much-needed victory for the World champion, who had lost to Iran in its first match in five sets.

Earlier, the Americans were humbled by Russia in Pool B. It was in fact a sweet revenge for the Russians, who were beaten by the US in the bronze-medal play-off at the Rio Olympics. Russia won 25-23, 27-25, 21-25, 25-23. Agencies

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