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The Netherlands can go far - Vázquez

Dominican coach Osiel Vázquez complimented and congratulated the Dutch after suffering two defeats in as many matches in Rotterdam

Rotterdam, the Netherlands, August 25, 2012 – The Netherlands v the Dominican Republic press conference after the Netherlands won the second game on Saturday, to clinch the two match series 2-0.

Netherlands coach Edwin Benne: We need to play better in the coming weeks. It is obvious we met a good opponent this weekend and we made some steps forward, though we had to push it to the maximum each set. I am very satisfied with the result.

Netherlands captain Rob Bontje: We got what we came for, but played two heavy matches. My compliments to the Dominican Republic who gave us a good contest.

Dominican Republic coach Osiel Vázquez: Congratulations to the Netherlands. They have a talented team and were well prepared. They can go far if they keep on playing like this.

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