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Cuba pip the
Netherlands in a stunner
 Manila, Philippines, July 2, 2005 – The
Netherlands, ranked 14th in the world, played out of their skins to
push Olympic
bronze medallists Cuba to five sets before losing 3-2 (20-25, 25-19,
25-22, 22-25, 15-13) in over 100 minutes of sensational Volleyball
in the opening match of day two action in Manila.
The win propels Cuba to the top of the 2005 World Grand Prix
standings with five victories from as many matches while the
Netherlands now have a 3-2 record. In the second match world
champions Italy beat Thailand 3-0 (25-12, 25-10, 25-18) for their
third win of the tournament.
Pic: The Netherlands have been very
impressive in their return to the World Grand prix |
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Finals