Press release

Kim Hyung-Sil, coach of Korea: We have fought Cuba, Serbia and Russia, which we we thought would be the three key matches. However, today against Thailand was tough. We are happy to win. I did not think our spike reception was good. We thought they were playing systematically and combination volleyball, so we tried to attack as quick as possible. I would like to see three Asian teams - Korea, Japan and Thailand make it to the Olympics.

Kiattipong Radchatagriengkai, coach of Thailand: They played a very good game. I wish them good luck at the London Olympics. We will try our best in the next game.

Yang Hyo-Jin, player of Korea: We have had many battles with Thailand over the years. The key was to cope with their quick attacks.

Wilavan Apinyapong, captain of Thailand: Korea played very well. They have many skills. We had some problems with technique, which we need to work on for the next game. We wish Korea the best of luck in London.